When it comes to shopping in Lucknow, the first thing that comes to mind is the famous Chikankari work. Lucknow also known for food and gem studded ornaments. In this read, we bring to you the exclusive things to shop from Lucknow.
About Chikankari work and markets in Lucknow
It is a form of embroidery done on the cotton, chiffon, and silk fabrics. The origin of this fabric art form dates back to the era of Mughals. Lucknow today is a biggest industry of this type of embroidery work in the world.
Yet another form of embroidery popular is Lucknow is Zardozi. It is the embroidery with silver and golden threads.
The main market for shopping the authentic Chikan and Zardozi work fabrics is the Chowk market in Lucknow. You can also shop at the Hazratganj Market and Aminabad for Chikankari clothes and other intricate gift items.
Other markets for shopping in Lucknow
Nakhas market
Nakhas is a weekly market set up on sundays. It is more like a flea market and you can find a variety of second hand stuff. Actually, Lucknow has been a place of rich since a long time. The present generation sells out stuff of their grandparents and great grand parents for any price in this market. If you have time, we suggest taking a walk around this market, you never know you may find some exquisite piece, which you might not find anywhere else.
Yahiyaganj Market
Yahiyaganj is situated close to the Nakhas market. At this place you can find local spices, utensils, Kitchen accessories, cosmetics, etc. at wholesale price. If you happen to visit this market, you can buy Surma, a powdered kohl, applied with stick and is given in a beautiful box.
Usually we shop on the last day of our tour. If you wish to travel to the nearby city, you can book intercity cabs. Also, you can select the route from inside the city or the old city so that you can sneak into the existing culture of Lucknow, and you will find it has not changed a lot.
Happy Shopping!
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