The first reference to glass making was found in the Indian epic Mahabharata. During the medieval period, the Mughals gave patronage to the art of glassware, utilizing it for decoration in monuments like the Sheesh Mahal.

Firozabad

Famous for glass chandeliers and decorative pieces. Known as the 'City of Bangles'.

Hyderabad

Home to the most exquisite glass bangles, known as 'Churi ka jodas'.

Saharanpur

Produces 'Panchkora' or glass toys for children.

Patna (Tikuli)

Produces a peculiar kind of decorative glass beads called 'Tikuli', still worn by the Santhal tribes.