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Manipur

The captivating world of shopping in Imphal

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A journey through culture and tradition

Imphal, the charming capital of Manipur, welcomes tourists with its natural splendour and cultural treasures. When immersing yourself in its vibrant bazaars, you'll find yourself mesmerized by hand-woven textiles, exquisite jewellery and delightful decorative items from Manipuri culture that you won't find elsewhere. Furthermore, managed by tribal women these bustling markets add an authentic experience that enhances any shopping trip through these vibrant markets.

World's largest all-women's market

Khwairamband Bazaar, more commonly referred to as Khwairamband Market, stands out as an unforgettable travel experience. Boasting its distinction as being the world's largest all-women's market, approximately 3,000 skilled women vendors make a living selling handmade crafts and intriguing products to customers at this bustling bazaar. From authentic Manipuri handicrafts and attires, handloom shawls, intricate jewellery pieces made out of decorative ivory dolls and cosmetics - Khwairamband Market offers something truly exceptional.

Shopping amongst crowded lanes

Paona Bazaar draws shoppers in with silk saris, handwoven shawls, bamboo and ivory items and rare local artefacts lining its winding alleyways. For souvenir seekers interested in reflecting Manipur tradition there's the Manipur Handlooms & Handicrafts Development Corporation sales emporium located here; another great spot is Manipur Handlooms & Handicrafts Development Corporation's sales emporium!

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Immerse in a treasure trove of items

Experience Imphal's Nagamapal Market for yourself; an important commercial centre offering an abundance of items for purchase ranging from fresh vegetables, fruits, spices, accessories, footwear and colourful attire to footwear accessories, footwear options and colourful attire - everything to satisfy your shopping desires will be here. Once done exploring, reward yourself with delicious Manipuri delicacies available nearby food joints including delicious dishes such as Kangsoi Kobok, Bamboo Shoots Koat Pitha Poora Haah among many more delicious dishes available - then indulge with sumptuous Manipuri delicacies in nearby food joints offering tempting dishes such as Kangsoi Kobok, Bamboo shoots Koat Pitha Poora Haah!

Authenticity and charms of Imphal

Experience the magic and charms of Imphal Visitors in search of authentic handloom products or looking to experience Manipuri culture can head straight for Tera Bazaar in greater Imphal area, offering household products, fruits and vegetables as well as reasonably priced handloom treasures.

The iconic GM Hall

As you wander the iconic GM Hall in Imphal's center, you will come across numerous shops selling artifacts, Manipuri handlooms, toys, shawls and handicrafts at fixed prices - an ideal spot for souvenir hunting!

Imphal's diverse markets cater to every shopper's shopping needs, providing handicrafts, traditional attire, shawls and jewellery of every description. You will be sure to find silk saris, hand-woven shawls, bamboo and ivory items, accessories or vibrant attire to meet all of your shopping desires in these lively markets of Imphal! Take home memorable mementos of this culturally vibrant city as cherished mementos from Imphal!

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