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Shopping in Manali - Himachal Pradesh |
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For a discerning shopper, it is impossible to return from a tour without shopping in Manali. The region has a rich tradition of handicrafts and handlooms, which make for pleasant shopping in Manali.
Like all hill regions in India, Manali too has a vast forestland, which produces huge timber. Wood has traditionally remained a favorite item for handicrafts. A variety of utilities and objets d'art would catch your eyes while shopping in Manali.
Another popular item for shopping in Manali is heavily embroidered woolen shawls. Woolen garments are widely available in Manali. You may choose to pick up pullovers, local tweeds and rugs while shopping in Manali.
Tibetan handicrafts find their way in the markets in Manali. Check out curios, antiques and knickknacks for your home interior, gifts or souvenirs. Some firans and inlaid silver jewellery in turquoise and coral may also feature in your shopping cart in Manali.
The mall is the best place for shopping joints in Manali. There are numerous private outlets alongside the government run emporia. Hang out here to engage in a pleasant shopping spree in Manali.
Things to Buy
The cool nip in the evening air may well have you stocking up on colourful Kinnauri shawls, mufflers and caps; Pangwali blankets from Chamba and multi-coloured hand-knitted woolen socks from Lahaul.
There are good range of thangkas, silver and turquoise jewelry available in the Tibetan market. You can check out Shop No. 12 Artefacts behind Bus Stand.
There are wide range of locally made pickles, jams and juices. Natural oil like apricot oil for massages and shampoos are available in the shops on the mall.
Bodh Shawl and Manushri - Sell good quality hand spun Kullu shawls in pure wool, angora and pashmina with colourful borders. |
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