Nambu is the thick hand-spun woollen cloth of Ladakh, woven in narrow strips and stitched into the warm 'goncha' robe that withstands the cold desert of the high Himalaya. Pashmina from Ladakh's Changthang also begins here.
- Region of origin:
- Ladakh
- Materials:
- sheep-wool; yak-wool; pashmina
- Techniques:
- hand-spinning; narrow-loom weaving
- HS code (customs):
- 6214
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About Ladakh Nambu Wool
Nambu is the thick hand-spun woollen cloth of Ladakh, woven in narrow strips and stitched into the warm 'goncha' robe that withstands the cold desert of the high Himalaya. Pashmina from Ladakh's Changthang also begins here.
- Region of origin
- Ladakh
- Materials
- sheep-wool; yak-wool; pashmina
- Techniques
- hand-spinning; narrow-loom weaving
- HS code (customs)
- 6214
How it’s made
hand-spinningnarrow-loom weaving
The makers
Crafted by Ladakhi weavers of Ladakh.
Buying Ladakh Nambu Wool — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Ladakh Nambu Wool pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Ladakh Nambu Wool piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- What does an authentic Ladakh Nambu Wool piece cost?
- Handmade Ladakh Nambu Wool typically ranges from ₹2,000 to ₹25,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Ladakh Nambu Wool piece?
- Keep Ladakh Nambu Wool out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin