Chandini Chowk Market, Delhi (must see)
One of India's largest, oldest and busiest markets is Chandni Chowk. Located at Nai Sarak and Chawri Bazar Road, the Chandini Chowk Market is comprised of numerous markets and booths that are known all over the world. Indeed, when many people think of street markets in India, what they picture is Chandini Chowk.
The market was built in the 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan. The market was designed by Princess Jahanara Begum with a half-moon square and a central pool that was replaced by a clock tower in the 1950s. The pool and clock tower are long gone, as is the original layout. What remains are more than 1,000 vendors who sell items as varied as food, clothing, books and jewelry.
Along with grocers and street vendors, restaurants are prevalent in Chandini Chowk Market. Visitors should come hungry and plan to sample the sweets, snacks and meals that are so beloved in Delhi.
Chandini Chowk Market is a great place for tourists to pick up souvenirs and see the culture of Delhi. Some unique items available at Chandini Chowk Market include exotic spices, zardozi-trimmed fabrics and silver nose pins.
The market is open seven days per week, though some individual shops and restaurants close on Sundays.
The market was built in the 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan. The market was designed by Princess Jahanara Begum with a half-moon square and a central pool that was replaced by a clock tower in the 1950s. The pool and clock tower are long gone, as is the original layout. What remains are more than 1,000 vendors who sell items as varied as food, clothing, books and jewelry.
Along with grocers and street vendors, restaurants are prevalent in Chandini Chowk Market. Visitors should come hungry and plan to sample the sweets, snacks and meals that are so beloved in Delhi.
Chandini Chowk Market is a great place for tourists to pick up souvenirs and see the culture of Delhi. Some unique items available at Chandini Chowk Market include exotic spices, zardozi-trimmed fabrics and silver nose pins.
The market is open seven days per week, though some individual shops and restaurants close on Sundays.
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Chandini Chowk Market on Map
Sight Name: Chandini Chowk Market
Sight Location: Delhi, India (See walking tours in Delhi)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Sight Location: Delhi, India (See walking tours in Delhi)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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