Shopping in Delhi explained

Delhi has been, since historical times, a favoured destination for shoppers.

Below is a list of well known shopping markets and malls Delhi NCR.

Retail markets

Connaught Place (CP),^[1] including Janpath and Palika Bazaar: Connaught Place stands as one of the most prestigious commercial markets in the world. With rents surpassing Rs 9,000 per square foot, it is ranked among the top ten most expensive marketplaces globally.^[2] CP hosts esteemed media firms, government offices, and banks. As the city's primary Central Business District (CBD), it pulsates with business and cultural vitality.
Chandni Chowk:^[1] A market planned by Jahanara Begum, daughter of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, dates back to the mid-17th century. Historically, it had shops known for silverwork. In the contemporary context, the main street retains its chaotic charm, while the labyrinthine bazaars branching off offer a diverse shopping experience for items ranging from tiffin tins to saris, spices to gold jewelry. The area also boasts a vibrant street food scene, providing an opportunity to savor local treats.^[3]
Karol Bagh^[1]
Paharganj
Sarojini Nagar^[1]
Khan Market^[1] - Most expensive retail location in India, in terms of per square feet rental.^[4]
Lajpat Nagar
Dilli Haat, INA and Pitampura - Government-run emporiums showcasing a rotating cast of regional artists and their crafts, such as bamboo & cane jewellery, hand-carved wooden articles and papier-mache animals.^[5]
Hauz Khas Village Market.^[1] ^[6]
South Extension
Nehru Place
Daryaganj
Gandhi Nagar
Rajouri Garden
Tilak Nagar Central Market
Rani Bagh
Kamla Nagar

Sadar Bazar: Often considered to be the largest wholesale market in Asia,^[7] the market deals primarily in general utilities, household items, jewelry, toys, fashion accessories, textiles & garments, electronics, stationery, artifacts, handicrafts, spices, dry fruits, food items, books, and novels.^[8] Though the market operates mainly on a wholesale basis, it also caters to the needs of a few retail shoppers. The market is closed on Sunday.^[9] In 2023, Indiatimes ranked Sadar Bazar among the world's most iconic markets.^[10]
Gandhi Nagar, Delhi
Okhla Mandi
Mehrauli
Chandni Chowk
Khari Baoli
Ghanta Ghar
Bhajanpura

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