India’s best markets for all your Diwali shopping

Now that Dussehra and Durga Puja are over, it’s time to welcome Goddess Laxmi and Lord Ganesha with the same energy and enthusiasm. Diwali, the festival of light, marks the onset of a new season. So keeping up with the festive vibe, people must be planning to start their shopping for another much-awaited Hindu festival. From buying new clothes, diyas, lights, sweets and pretty decorative items, Diwali shopping is an absolute fun!

Let’s checkout the places in India where people can indulge in Diwali shopping:

Chandni Chowk needs no introduction! The place is globally famous for being one of the liveliest and colourful markets in Delhi. It’s a one-stop destination for all your shopping needs! There are several old restaurants and sweet shops lining the narrow lanes of the chowk for centuries now. And during the time of Diwali, the market turns all the more colourful, lively and crowded. From candles and clay lamps, and fairy lights to clothes, you can buy them all here.

It gets all festive and feisty at Dilli Haat during the time of Diwali. This surely is the place where you need to visit to get all your decorative shopping done! Dilli Haat in INA is one of the most famous markets to shop for handicraft products. You won’t be able to resist yourself from buying a range of decorative diyas, bangles and other pretty stuff here.

One of the most popular and old markets in Hyderabad, Laad Bazaar is a paradise of bangles and is known as Choodi Bazaar. During Diwali, the market, located near the iconic Charminar, gets all the more vibrant and crowded.

Colaba Causeway is the best place to shop for Diwali décor pieces, pretty lanterns, local jewelleries and ethnic clothes. The place is a hit among Mumbai’s fashionistas. During Diwali, locals and tourists visit the market to pick the best attire for their festive wardrobe.

Set in the posh Bandra region of Mumbai, Hill Road market is home to some pretty shops selling ethnic wear at affordable rates, provided you know how to bargain! Besides, the market gets flooded with pretty decorative items and other stuff during Diwali.

This is one of the best places to buy pretty clay diyas in various shapes, sizes and designs in Kolkata. Once you enter the market, you’ll get confused as to what to buy and what to leave! Everything is just so pretty here. From candle holders and lanterns to fairy lights, Gariahat Market has them all!

Another prominent market to check out in Kolkata for Diwali shopping is the Bara Bazaar. It’s a must-visit market during Diwali. From pretty embroidered sarees and jewellery to an interesting selection of lights and decorative items, everything is just too awesome here! You can also buy idols of Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi from here.

Chickpet Market is among the oldest markets in Bengaluru and is quite famous for its sarees. Here, one can shop for a wide range of sarees such as famous Kanjeevarams, Mysore silks, Hussars, crepes, and chiffons, among others. You will find a number of stores lined up selling pretty lights and chandeliers during Diwali.