Local markets in Mumbai: Exploring the streets for shoppers

Mumbai is popular for various reasons, t only does it boast of a modern and contemporary side, but Mumbai also has a tritional and customary side to it too. Mumbai city is t only kwn for its tall buildings and shopping malls but its vast markets as well. se markets are popular tourist attractions and are included in many daily itineraries for some. se markets are a great source of souvenirs. You should be warned beforehand that se markets are extremely crowded. Check out se top Mumbai markets for best shopping and sightseeing.

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Colaba Causeway 

Location: Colaba Causeway, south Mumbai

Colaba causeway is among most popular shopping sites in Mumbai. Here, you will have a shopping experience like or place in Mumbai. Everything you seek, you shall find in this market. Here, you will gravitate towards every intriguing item to purchase and won’t be able to make up your mind because you will be overwhelmed. A great place for street shopping. If you need a break from shopping, re are many cafés and restaurants to sit back and relax in.

Chor Bazaar

Location: between SV Patel and Moulana Shaukat Ali Ros, near Mohamm Ali Ro in south Mumbai

Chor Bazaar is situated in heart of Mumbai’s main Muslim colony. This market has a history of more than 150 years. Chor Bazaar offers a variety of items ranging from antiques, bronze items, vint items, trash and treasure. It is also popular for its name ‘Chor Bazaar.’ Your bargaining skills will be tested here.

Crawford Market

Location: Lokmanya Tilak Marg, Dhobi Talao, Fort area, south Mumbai

Crawford Market is a popular market to buy items like fruit, vegetables, spices, food, flowers, birds, fish, or pets, and knick-knacks at wholesale prices. It is kwn for its hectic and crowded location. It specialises in wholesale fruit and vegetables but also sells or items, including imported food and toys. It is an old-style market, located in a historic colonial building. It is w officially renamed as Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai.

Zaveri Bazaar

Location: Between Crawford Market and Mumbevi temple.

Zaveri Bazaar, Mumbai’s famous gold market, is one of largest gold markets in India. It is a jumble of narrow lanes, where hundreds of jewellery shops are located which sell gems and jewellery. It is estimated that more than half of India’s gold tre originated from this place. But you should be warned beforehand that items include a lot of fakes.