Tangaliya, an age-old traditional hand-weaving technique's history spans 700 years. Also referred to as Daana weaving, this art form thrives in Surendranagar, Gujarat. The practice of Tangaliya demands not only a high level of skill, but also an almost arithmetic precision.

A labour-intensive craft, Tangaliya weaving passes through a series of stages. Threads of contrasting colors are twisted around a bundle of four to five warp threads, producing dana or beadwork. The base fabric is crafted using a plain weave. The resulting geometric motifs give the impression of intricate embroidery. They are, in reality, the result of masterful weaving.

The weavers' fingers intuitively identify the precise number of warp threads required and entwine extra weft threads around them. The outcome is an array of geometric patterns, with minute white dots illuminating the dark fabrics.

Tangaliya has garnered official recognition with a Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2009.

Developed by the Dangasia community in Gujarat, Tangaliya is a textile instance of geometric ingenuity. Circles, straight lines, allegorical motifs make it contemporary and minimalistic. It presents a contrast to Indian textiles that are dense, decorative, or ornamental.

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