Shopping in Chandni Chowk
Experience the Essence of India
India is a nation that is very richly steeped in history, so much so that the country’s beautiful and glorious past is reflected widely through the large nation. Where ever visitors go in India they will find links to the past, or the essence of the past through the country’s unique and intricate cultural style. The nation is perceived as the epitome of exotic, as its diverse cultures are not like anything seen in the rest of the world. The Indian way of life has captured the rest of the world, and Indian products that reflect the local style are demanded in the rest of the world. A holiday to India won’t be complete without some shopping, done in the most authentic Indian way.
Street markets in India are a major attraction for tourists, and often visitors will find entire areas where the streets are transformed into colourful and exciting markets. One of the largest of such markets in the whole of North India is in Delhi, and is known as Chandni Chowk, which translates to moonlit square. Like most places in India this square too is steeped in history, as it dates back to the time of the emperor Shahjahan and was an international trading centre in the past. It is visited by large numbers of shoppers who come here to bargain for the best prices and take back an exciting variety of Indian merchandise.
Visitors shopping in Chandni Chowk will be astounded by the variety of items they will come across. The market covers many by lanes as well so the number of shops and stalls is extensive. Form colourful textiles and discounted books to various spices and electronic goods this market has it all. There are areas that specialize in certain goods and visitors should head over to Dariba Kalan for silver jewellery, Kinari Bazaar for intricate Indian designs and Katra Neel for beautiful fabrics. Visitors will also be delighted with treats and delicacies available at the various food stalls and restaurants around. It is definitely an interesting place that any traveller in the area should stop over at, as it reflects India from many angles.
For visitors who only have a few hours to spend in the city, hotels in New Delhi Airport are the ideal choice of accommodation. Located in the new terminal 3, the Eaton Smart New Delhi Airport Transit Hotel is a comfortable New Delhi Airport hotel where visitors can relax and enjoy spending time.