Shopping in Amritsar for the keen souvenir hunters

SHOPPING IN AMRITSAR Updated : Mar 16, 2017, 10.46 AM IST

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The holy city of Amritsar is a prime destination for travellers looking for cultural diversity, religious inheritance and historic significance. Home to the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh and Wagah Border, this city is a travellers’ paradise. So what’s in it for a shopper? The answer is plenty! Yes, Amritsar is not your typical shopping destination but the place has its own character and you can indulge in a long souvenir hunt in the city/ street markets of Amritsar. You can shop for items like jootis (traditional footwear), Patiala salwar (traditional women’s wear) and handicrafts like phulkari and more from these markets.
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SHOPPING IN AMRITSAR

Hall Bazaar

One of the oldest markets in the city, Hall Bazaar holds a significant place when it comes to shopping in Amritsar. Located on the way to the Golden temple, this market is a must-visit place for every traveller who is ke...more

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Guru Bazaar

A very old market area of Amritsar, Guru Bazaar is an integral part of the city’s shopping culture and consumer habits. No one really knows since when this market is in existence and this gives it a heritage value. The l...more

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Katra Jaimal Singh Market

If you are someone who is looking to bring back clothing items from Amritsar, Katra Jaimal Singh Market is where you should head. It is located close to Hall Bazaar, another famous shopping hub of Amritsar. The place is ...more

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Shastri Market

Located near Guru Bazaar Road and opposite Kali Mata Mandir, Shastri Market is a very popular market area in Amritsar. This place is a buyers’ hub due to its status as one of the most popular wholesale markets in Amritsa...more

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Lahori Gate Market

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