Bangalore is a multifaceted city where you truly get to work hard and party harder or shall I say shop harder. Shopping is something that brings delight to every lady out there and over the years this IT hub of India has also transformed into a shopper’s paradise.
This distinction of being a shopper’s paradise is well justified owing to the presence of numerous malls offering the best brands of the world and the local shopping streets that serve as an exciting surprise box. What you may end up finding in these streets might surprise you as well. The two skills you need to master while street shopping in Bangalore is a polite tone and strong bargaining skills.
The entire shopping experience is incomplete without a visit to the local markets that also serve as a day outing in Bangalore as it is just so enjoyable and delightful. Some of the prominent shopping streets of Bangalore include the following;
Commercial Street – This shopping street is the mother of all shopping streets in Bangalore. Here you can find everything and anything you are looking for, right from clothes and accessories to shoes, bags and home décor items. The key to shopping here is bargain hard and not agree to the first price quoted. The shops here open up by 10 am and stay open up until 9.30 pm to 10.00pm. If you wish to avoid the maddening crowd head to commercial street in the early hours to shop leisurely.
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Chickpet – This market is by far the oldest shopping street of Bangalore having a history of well over 400 years. Chickpet is quite popular for its silk sarees and wholesale dress materials. Besides the clothing, the market is also known for gold and silver jewelry. There is also a dedicated market for exquisite bangles available in all hues and materials. A word of caution before heading to this market is to wear comfortable footwear as you would need it to navigate through the various lanes and bylanes and of course the unrelenting crowd.
Jaynagar 4th Block – Opposite the Jayanagar main bus stand lies the Jayanagar shopping complex. Calling the Jaynagar shopping complex massive would be an understatement as the shops spill out of the complex and provide an overwhelming experience for a first time visitor. The shopping complex houses both retailers and wholesalers who offer almost everything right from daily essential goods, groceries, sweets, spices, flowers, condiments and confectionary to artwork, pottery, sculptures, toys, and footwear. You can also let loose the foodie inside you as this market is known for offering some of the most delectable street foods there is.
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Brigade Road – Brigade Road is more of an experience than a shopping street. For every first time visitor to Bangalore, a visit to Brigade Road is a must to feel the pulse of Bangalore. Don’t worry shopping wise too this place is not going to disappoint you. The footpaths here are lined with shops offering garments, footwear, electronics, bags, and fashion jewelry. There are even various branded showrooms located in between the local shops. Apart from that there plenty of cafes, restaurants and street food vendors to complete the Bangalore experience.
Some of the trendiest malls in India can easily be found in Bangalore like the UB City. Orion Mall and the Phoenix Market City to name a few. A visit to them is truly warranted if you wish to feel the world citizen vibe. The best part of these malls is not only the presence of international brands but also the various top-notch restaurants that serve the best of world cuisine so, you don’t have to go hungry while on a shopping spree.
These are only a few of the malls and shopping streets located in Bangalore. If you truly wish to explore the entire shopping scene of Bangalore then come down to the city and experience it yourself, cause no words can do justice to it. If all these shopping tires you and you seek some relaxation, book your stay at any of the good Kanakpura resorts and hotels, located at a short drive from the city. If you want to feel at one with nature and also feel pampered, then stop over at Discovery Village Resort, Kanakapura Road, to enjoy both the rapid pace of the city and also relax at a naturally luxuriant surrounding.
