What is Varanasi famous for in Indian textiles beyond Banarasi sarees?

Varanasi (Benaras) is globally famous for Banarasi silk sarees — but the city's textile heritage extends well beyond that single product:

Varanasi textile specialities:

• Banarasi silk sarees: The flagship — GI-tagged, handwoven, zari brocade. Multiple varieties: Katan silk, Shattir, Organza (Kora), Georgette Banarasi.
• Banarasi brocade fabric: Sold by the meter for blouses, lehenga panels, and sherwani fabric
• Benarasi dupatta: Heavily woven dupatta with zari work — separate product from the saree
• Banarasi suit material: Salwar suit sets in Banarasi-weave fabric
• Handwoven cotton fabric: Plain and striped cotton fabric from local weavers

Wholesale market location: Vishwanath Gali, Thatheri Bazaar, and the wholesale market in Chowk area. Most major Banarasi exporters and traders are in the Sigra and Maidagin areas.