Makers of the famed Chettinad Athangudi tiles or ‘Karaikudi tiles’ have applied for GI (Geographical Indication) tag under the banner of Federation of Chettinad Athangudi Heritage Flooring Tiles ...

Athangudi tiles, also known as Chettinad or Karaikudi tiles, have been a popular flooring choice for decades. They are handmade using a blend of local materials like cement, sand, and pigments. The ...

Athangudi tiles are handmade and named after Athangudi, the village where they originated and located in the Chettinad area of Tamil Nadu. They are also known as ‘Chettinad tiles’ or ‘Karaikudi tiles’ ...

THANJAVUR: The Federation of Chettinad Athangudi Heritage Flooring Tiles Manufacturer Association has filed an application with Geographical Indication registry seeking GI tag for Athangudi tiles ...

The exquisite Athangudi handmade tiles capture the rich cultural heritage of the Chettiar community. Avni Raut delves into the history of this local craft and the making of every tile The inherent ...

Tucked in a corner of Tamil Nadu, the Chettinad region today is much appreciated for its palatial mansions and cuisine, an outcome of the fine living and dining introduced by the wealthy Chettiar ...

Every time she spots a Chettinad mansion, artist Lakshmi Olagammai whips out her sketchbook. "They fascinate me," says Lakshmi. "The mansions don't just use one material across all surfaces, but teak ...

If visiting Chettinad and experiencing the region’s rich culture, flavourful cuisine, and extravagant architecture has been on your to-do list for way too long, the upcoming Chettinad Heritage and ...