Boita Bandana on silk cotton - Hand-Painted Patachitra Saree.

Boita Bandana also known as Danga Bhasa is a traditional Odia festival celebrated annually throughout Odisha, India. The ceremony of Boita-Bandana (worshipping of boats) in October or November (the date is set to the Hindu calendar). The term "Boita" refers to boats, and "Bandana" means worship. Boita Bandana Originated as a way to honour the courage and resilience of odia sailors, know as sadhabas, who embarked on perilous sea voyages to trade with distant lands such as Java & Sumatra. 

Patachitra is the folk art of Odisha and originated in the 12th century in Puri, Odisha. It depicts various themes based on the life of Lord Jagannath. 

Product care: Hand painted sarees are to be cold water hand washed only. No soaking. Dry in the shade.