Agra, the city of Taj, is filled to the brim with the rich culture that India takes pride in showing off to the world. The numerous breathtaking monuments, including the ever-glowing Taj Mahaj, the artwork, and the food are all part of the culture of this beautiful city. It is...

It is common knowledge that the Mughals loved almost everything ostentatious and lavish. From their preference in the art to their choice of decor, everything had an air of luxury around it. Needless to say, the beauty of those things was also incomparable. The Mughals had com...

Our hand-knotted silk rugs are lovingly created by artisans in Agra, each one a unique work of art. At Kalra’s Cottage Industry, we value traditional techniques of rug making, and each rug reflects a commitment to the art of rug production. Designed with precision using skills...

When we talk about carpets, almost instantly we think of the word “Persian”. It is no secret that the concept of carpet started somewhere in the Middle East. Ancient legends and folklore of the Middle East mention rugs and carpets (remember the good old story of Aladdin with h...

Carpet weaving is an art that has been alive in India in one form or another since time immemorial. Earlier, it was present in the traditional Indian style of Dhurrie-making and later, in the style inspired by other traditional forms of carpet making around the world. There is...

Our story began in the year 1984, initially set up as a Production and Export Unit, we have been engaged in the export of hand-knotted beauties: Woollen, Silk Carpets & Handicrafts. We proudly associate with a community of 1400+ artisans to produce the Best Carpets in Agra...

When it’s that time of the year and festivals are around the corner, you need to start preparing your house for the guests and the celebrations. Nowadays there is so much one can do to make their home decor look festive. There are numerous items of decorations in the market wh...

Overview – Every three out of four guests who visit our showroom asks us ‘What makes Indian handmade rugs so expensive?’ In reality, the answer to this question may vary from person to person. A layman would undoubtedly address this question by saying ‘everything that’s good i...

Kalra's Cottage Industry is a handmade rugs store in Agra. It is an iconic place where you can see, and explore the best hand-knotted rugs & carpets. Over the years, the brand has served its customers with quality products, excellent customer experience, and customer suppo...