Chiranthana Foundation Presents

Sutra – The Woven Path

Experience the Journey of Silk — From Cocoon to Fabric

A community-led, immersive experience in Ramanagara that connects you with the real people and processes behind silk.

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This is not a tour — it is a walk into a living ecosystem.

Designed and hosted by rural communities, the Silk Route Experience offers a rare opportunity to witness the complete journey of silk while directly supporting the livelihoods of farmers, women, and local workers.

Walk through farms, homes, and markets while supporting rural livelihoods in Ramanagara. This SHG-led initiative builds on Chiranthana's work with the silk ecosystem, creating meaningful, experience-based engagements that directly benefit farmers, households, and women.

Location

Ramanagara, Karnataka

Duration

Full Day (9 AM – 5 PM approx.)

Price

₹2,500 per person
Advance booking required

A Full-Day Immersive Journey

Your day begins in Ramanagara and unfolds across the silk ecosystem.

  • Walk through mulberry gardens
  • Visit silk-growing farmer households
  • Observe silkworms at different stages
  • Enjoy breakfast in a village home
  • Explore the Ramanagara cocoon market
  • Visit reeling and twisting units
  • Experience the egg production (grainage) center
  • Share a traditional meal with local families
  • Visit silk weaving and fabric units
  • Conclude with refreshments and interaction
Silk Experience
Why This Experience Is Unique
  • Community-led and hosted by SHG women
  • Direct interaction with real people, not demonstrations
  • Covers the entire silk lifecycle
  • Combines learning, culture, and livelihood
  • Designed as a live, experiential journey

This experience has been attended by government officers (Bharat Darshan groups), school and college students, and international visitors.

Community Impact

Your participation directly contributes to rural livelihoods.

Every booking distributes income across the community:

  • 40% → Women hosting meals
  • 25% → Local women guides
  • 30% → Farmers, workers, and facilities
  • 5% → SHG coordination

This initiative enables rural women and families to earn income while sharing their knowledge and way of life. Your visit becomes part of a larger effort to build sustainable and inclusive rural economies.

Who Can Join

This experience is open to all curious, engaged visitors.

Schools & Colleges

Educational institutions looking for immersive rural learning experiences.

Corporate Groups

Teams looking for meaningful CSR engagements and offsite experiences.

Families & Individuals

Anyone curious about rural life, silk, and sustainable living.

International Visitors

Travellers seeking authentic, community-led experiences in India.