Kolhapuri Chappal Maharashtra

As the name itself Kolhapuri Chappal originated from Kolhapur, which was especially made for the people of this place. Chappals of hard core for the farmers and fancy chappals for the office bearers in the courts of the king as per their need (of work rough use) were made. It is believed that the artisans were encouraged in making varieties of chappals during the reign of Shahu Maharaj of Kolhapur. The Kolhapur chappals are decorated with zari strips, or sponge (red color) to look more attractive and expen