1. Lal Chowk, Srinagar – The Heart of Kashmiri Shopping
Why Visit? Bustling with shops selling Kashmiri handicrafts, carpets, embroidered shawls, and Pashmina wool.
What to Buy? Authentic Pashmina shawls, handcrafted wooden souvenirs, saffron, and papier-mâché artifacts.
Must-Try Nearby: Enjoy a cup of traditional Kahwa tea at one of the local tea stalls.
2. Polo View Market, Srinagar – Handicrafts & Artifacts
Why Visit? A paradise for art lovers with numerous shops selling handwoven Kashmiri carpets, walnut wood carvings, and silk rugs.
What to Buy? Hand-painted papier-mâché items, Kashmiri silk sarees, and embroidered jackets.
Must-Try Nearby: A hot plate of Rogan Josh at a local eatery.
3. Floating Market, Dal Lake – A Market on Water
Why Visit? The only floating market in India, where traders sell fresh vegetables, flowers, and handicrafts from their shikaras (wooden boats).
Best Time to Visit: Early morning (5:00 AM – 7:00 AM) for the most vibrant market scenes.
Must-Try Nearby: Bakarkhani (a traditional Kashmiri bread) with Noon Chai (salted pink tea).
4. Lethpura,Pulwama - Dry fruits
Why Visit? Best place to stock up on dry fruits, saffron, and Kashmiri spices like cardamom and cloves.
What to Buy? Almonds, walnuts, honey, and pure Kashmiri saffron.
Must-Try Nearby: A bowl of Gushtaba (mutton dumplings in yogurt gravy).
This place is famous for Saffron cultivation and you will find many shops there to shop from.
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