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Kannauj News: The fragrance of Kannauj perfume is famous in the entire country. It is believed that the perfume business started in Kannauj thousands of years ago and this art reached its golden age during the Mughal period. From then till today this tradition is continuously alive and attracting people.
Kannauj: Kannauj, filled with the smell of soil, roses and history, is today known to the world as the city of perfumes, but behind this identity lies a long journey of centuries of hard work and heritage. It is believed that the perfume business started in Kannauj thousands of years ago and this art reached its golden age during the Mughal period. From then till today this tradition is still alive and Kannauj is famous all over the world for its unique perfume. According to the local people, the soil and flowers of Kannauj have a special fragrance, which made the art of perfume making an identity here.
What did the perfume merchant say?
Perfume trader Nishish Tiwari says that even today more than 300 small and big perfume factories and shops are operating in Kannauj. This data shows that times may have changed, but the tradition of perfume making in Kannauj is still as strong. The artisans here prepare natural and chemical-free perfumes using the cauldron-steam technique that has been practiced for generations. The fragrance of many flowers and herbs including rose, bela, kewra, khus of Kannauj is reaching the world market. Interestingly, even today many big perfume brands use natural oils and compounds from Kannauj.
Tradition passing from generation to generation
The contribution of perfume traders and their families of Kannauj in making perfumes has been very important. Here the perfume industry is not just a business, but a confluence of tradition, art and emotions. The fragrance of perfume is included in the families of children since childhood and as they grow up, they become adept in this art. This is the reason why this centuries-old identity continues to grow from generation to generation.
continuously creating a distinct identity
In the changing times, where the world moved towards modern perfumes, Kannauj has maintained the importance of natural perfumes. The increasing demand in the country and abroad has given new energy to the industry here. With the cooperation of the government and export institutions, Kannauj perfumes are being further established in the global market. This fragrant heritage of Kannauj is not just an industry, but an identity of Indian culture which is still attracting the whole world with its fragrance.
