Shopping in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, with its verities of shops and a plethora of items, is identified as a shopper's paradise, without any exaggeration. Tourists can buy many items ranges from textiles to dress materials, handicrafts and utensils. However, the area of expertise of Gujarat continues to be that of vibrant fabric. Ahmedabad is well-known for its textile industry, which attracts buyers from all over the state, nation and abroad. The conventional weaving practices in which fabrics painted by traditional methods are still prevalent in the state are major attractions here and this is the most charming fact of all. The major components which play role as a USP of Gujarati textiles are vegetable dye, tie and dye work, gold & silver thread work (zari), fine silk embroideries, patola and tanchoi.
Ahmedabad is the perfect place for those tourists who appreciate and get interest in the traditional art and craft galore. To improve the experience, the market offers varieties of items and bargain under one roof. Tourists can choose the fabric according to their own taste and design. The most important things which tourist can pick from the markets here are traditional embroidered fabrics and saris. Women can not stop to buy apparels adorned with exclusive Ahmedabadi Tie and Dye work or Zari work. Patola and Tanchoi Sarees are other purchasable items.
The main shopping areas in the city are situated at Teen Darwaja, Ellis Bridge, Dhalgarwad, Ratan Pole, Kadia, Kalupur , Lal Darwaza , Maninagar , Raipur , Paldi , Vadaj Manek Chowk (old areas), near Lal Darwaja. Tourist can also explore new market places at C.G. Road and Sarkhej. During festive season, these places are usually crowded and stuffed. There are some street side shops nearby Law Garden. Bandhej and Sanskruti are some shops presenting only traditional items. Apart from this, there are many shopping malls in the city, which offer everything on a single roof.
The city is also famous for other eye catchy Handicrafts items. You should not forget to buy some handicrafts from the city, to make livelier your home with the spirit of Gujarat. These handicrafts are available at C.G. Market, which is admired for the same. To explore more handicraft items, tourist can also visit Khadi Gramudyog Emporia, Hastkala and Kapasi Handicrafts Emporium and Saurashtra Emporium. Tourist can choose from here items like clay utensils that are inflated with paintings and colorful lines, cotton wear and handicrafts.