Historically , Kashmir became known worldwide when Cashmere wool was exported to other regions and nations ( exports have ceased due to decreased abundance of the cashmere goat and increased competition from China ) . Kashmiris are well adept at knitting and making Pashmina shawls , silk carpets , rugs , kurtas , and pottery . Saffron , too , is grown in Kashmir . Srinagar is known for its silver-work , papier-mâché , wood-carving , and the weaving of silk . The economy was badly damaged by the 2005 Kashmir earthquake which , as of 8 October 2005 , resulted in over 70,000 deaths in the Pakistan-controlled part of Kashmir and around 1,500 deaths in Indian controlled Kashmir
2005 Kashmir earthquake
2005 Kashmir earthquake
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