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Hyderabad's Kalaiwalas Preserve Tradition
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 23 Jul 2026, 04:03 PM
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Hyderabad's last Kalaiwalas are keeping the centuries-old copper tinning tradition alive. This ancient craft has been preserved by a few skilled artisans in the city.
In the heart of Hyderabad, a centuries-old tradition of copper tinning is being kept alive by the city's last Kalaiwalas. These skilled artisans have been preserving the ancient craft, which has been an integral part of the city's cultural heritage. The Kalaiwalas have been passing down their skills from generation to generation, ensuring that the tradition remains alive. Despite the challenges posed by modernization, the Kalaiwalas remain committed to preserving their craft. The city's residents can still witness the artisans at work, meticulously applying a thin layer of tin to copper vessels, a process that requires great skill and precision.