Shopper's Mecca In The Heart Of Indian Retail Capital New Delhi

They say you haven't been to Delhi if you haven't experienced its ever evolving shopping possibilities

. A hotspot for shopaholics local and worldwide, this bustling metropolis is home to some of the trendiest malls, busiest local markets and vibrant bazaars in the region. Selling everything from precious stones, pearls, shawls, jewels and handicrafts to designer brands, there's something for everyone in the shopper's paradise that is Delhi.

One such treasure trove in the heart of the city is of course the famed Chandni Chowk thoroughfare. An expansive bazaar of monumental proportion this historic venue is literally brimming with avenues full of shops and stalls selling everything under the sun. Discover the fabric market at Katra Neel or explore the natural perfumes and jewellery stores down Dariba Kalan or Asia's biggest electrical goods market at Bhagirath Palace while bridal trousseaus, zaris and exquisite zardozi work are available at Kinari Bazaar. Quirky trinkets, souvenirs, embroidered bags and costume/semi precious jewellery are all the rage in the Chhatta Chowk Bazaar, with pearls available at the Moti Bazaar nearby. Other markets in the vicinity of Chandni Chowk include the Ballimaran leather market and the Old Lajpat Rai Market where electrical items are found in abundance.

Shoppers who wish to explore the city's mallscape should head down to the ultra fashionable and chic streets of Connaught Place. The official business hub of Delhi, skyscraping shopping complexes and sprawling emporiums are scattered all over this exclusive quarter of the city. Highlights include Inner Circle where global brands such as Levi's, Reebok, Lee Cooper, Nike and Benetton outlets are located alongside some splendid bookstores. There's no better place for authentic antiques, handicrafts and local specialties quite like Baba Kharak Singh Marg where government run emporiums sell the finest in local produce. Check out the bronze creations at the Tamil Nadu Emporium, silks at the Karnataka Emporium while colourful shawls are available at the Kashmir Emporium. Artworks and precious stones are available at the Bihar Emporium while wooden objet d'art are found in the Madhya Pradesh Emporium.

Bargain hunters will be more than happy with the over 400 shops in Palika Bazaar with its clothing items and electrical ware while Janapath is a one stop market for cotton wear and costume/ silver jewellery; whereas the Central Cottage Industries Emporium sells local handicrafts at affordable rates.

Karol Bagh is another shopping district in Delhi that should not be missed as great deals on clothes, embroidered garments, second hand books, gold jewellery and electrical items are virtually guaranteed here. Points of interest within Karol Bagh include Ajmal Khan Road, Bank Street, Ghaffar Market and Arya Samaj Road.

Those in search of a New Delhi hotel situated in the Diplomatic Enclave should look no further than the stylish rest that is The Leela Palace Kempinski New Delhi. Ideally situated near popular attractions such as the President's Palace, this sprawling property is undoubtedly one of the most conveniently located New Delhi luxury hotels in the city.

by: Pushpitha Wijesinghe

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