Diwali has begun with Dhanteras which is celebrated on the thirteenth day of Kartik month as per Hindu calendar. On this auspicious day, people buy utensils, gold, silver, precious jewellery, etc. It is believed that purchasing a commodity on Dhanteras influences financial strength of a person. This year, muhurat for shopping is between 9:14 am and 1:32 pm and the second muhurat is between 7:23 pm to 3:14 am
Diwali is all about shopping whether it is clothes, jewelleries, beautiful lights and lamps or sweets and Delhi is a shopper's paradise. There are plentiful bazaars which become more vibrant during Diwali and Dhanteras. Delhi has myriad stuffs to offer to people from different walks of life. There is not even a single item you won't find in Delhi markets. Just enter it once and your Diwali shopping is done without commuting much. You can buy variety of traditional outfits, beautiful jewellery, glitzy electronic items and fancy decorative products at best possible prices.
So check out which popular spots you should visit while doing Diwali or Dhanteras shopping this year
Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi: Festive and feisty-these two words aptly describe this century old market of Delhi. It is one of the liveliest bazaars of Delhi. During festival, especially Diwali and Eid, the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk offer wide range of food items, clothes, jewelleries and decorative items. The market is closed on Sunday.
Nearest metro station: Chandni Chowk
Dilli Haat: Unlike other markets, Dilli Haat is a paradise for those who love handicraft goodies. It offers ample of traditional items from various regions of India. The craft bazaar has some products which you won't get in any other markets of Delhi such as camel hide footwear, rosewood and sadalwood carvings, etc. You can buy unique decorative items from Dilli Haat, however, they are bit high priced.
Nearest metro station: INA
Lajpat Nagar: This lively market of Delhi always remains crowdy. Shops here offer all commodities of daily use. You can also buy jewelleries, lehenga, sarees, diyas and other decorative items for Diwali from Lajpat Nagar. You can even avail benefits of huge discount during your Diwali shopping.
Nearest metro station: Lajpat Nagar
Dariba Kalan: This is a hub for all shoppers during Dhanteras and Diwali. This largest jewellery market of Asia receives huge footfall during the festival of light. Jewelleries made here are of silver, gold, kundan, diamons and are incredible in designs. It is close to Paranthewali Gali and Old Famous Jalebi Wala of Chandni Chowk, so you just have to eat and shop. It remains shut on Sunday.
Nearest metro station: Chandni Chowk
Tibetan Market: Tibetan market on Japath Road is lit with earthern diyas, gorgeous light and pretty lamps during Diwali. You can also shop some stunning earrings, neck pieces, bracelets, anklets from this place. It is famous for bohemian attires, jute bags, handicraft items and diyas. This market remains closed on Sunday.
Nearest metro station: Janpath
