Shopping in Madhya Pradesh

Shopping in Madhya Pradesh is a fascinating experience. The markets of Bhopal have a picturesque atmosphere with old havelis or mansions and mosques lined up. The two main market of Bhopal are: the Chowk and New Market. If you want to go for souvenir hunting in Bhopal then, Mrignayani Emporiuma and Handicrafts Emporium are the two main destinations. These stores have a good collection of local handicrafts. Women's Co-operative Zari Center and Pir Gate sell some exquisite zari work and chiffon sarees. The zari work is is actually a rich embroidery done with gold and silver thread. Bhopal is particularly important for Shopping in Madhya Pradesh.

The tussar silk, which is a combination of of cotton and silk, is the famous item for shopping in Bhopal.The tussar silk oi=f Bhopal is very flimsy. It si said that Emperor Shahjahan insised that his daughter should wear seven layers of this silk. Madhya Pradesh State Emporium, GTB Complex and TT Nagar specializes in chanderi silk and fabrics as well as tussar and other raw silk.

The state of Madhya Pradesh has such a fascinating collection of handicrafts that you cannot return without doing a bit of shopping in Madhya Pradesh. The state of Madhya Pradesh is in fact, famous for its textile products. Once there was a time when the craftsman of Madhya Pradesh used to weave the most finnest muslins. That trdaition still seems to be alive in exquisite Chanderi and Maheswari saris. Zari work of Madhya Pradesh is also very famous.

Apart from that there are a few more speciality handicrafts in Madhya Pradesh that can arreat the eyes of a beholder. They are:

Beaded Batuas (purses)

Zardozi embroidery on lehengas and saris

Bamboo, Cane and Wood Work

Iron Craft & Metalcraft

Folk Paintings

Zari Work

Stuffed Leather and Velvet Toys

Carpets and Durries (Floor coverings)

Jute Crafts

Silver and Brassware

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