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Bandra Hill Road Mumbai
Street
shopping may not sound very attractive and fun, but if you know the
correct places and have the patience to go through heaps of stuff, then
it may turn into a blessing in disguise. Mumbai, has a lot of such
hidden gems, where you can find very affordable clothes, bags, purses,
shoes and jewellery. Yes, they may not be very durable like the high
brands, but with the price they come at, even if you use these things
once or twice its value for money.
One
of the best places for street shopping in Mumbai is Hill Road Bandra.
Located at the intersection of Bandra railway station road and SV road,
most of the shops are cramped in the area near Marks and Spensers
(Globus Cinemas). It is a shopping paradise, if you have the right set
of eyes .
This area is covered with small shops and more importantly
stand alone street stalls where you will find every thing from t-shirts,
tops, pants, palazzos, dresses, scarfs to bags, clutches, hair
accessories, shoes and jewellery.
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| Hill Road Market Bandra |
One
of my favorite shops is Fende Femme. They have a lovely collection of
maxi dresses and if you have patience to search from piles of clothes,
you will find some amazing printed t-shirts and tops.They do have a
section on handbags and bottoms too. Fende has a trial room too. There
are plenty of stalls selling some great women wear located in the
driveway leading to Enrich salon opposite Elco – just near the Manglore
stores. You will find lovely dresses and printed tops here. They have
plenty of chic scarves too, to complete your look.
If
you love accessories, then you definitely should visit Riddhi Art
Jewelry. They have a huge collection of neck pieces,earring and bangles.
You also get loads of pretty yet cheap hair accessories there. Some of
my friends had recommended Srinath for accessory shopping too. But the
best place to buy jewelry are the unnamed street stalls where you will
find loads of cheap yet nice neck pieces,earrings and bracelets/bangles.
There are two Ridhhi Art Jewelry stores on the same street – avoid the
one near Parison – its over-hyped and not that good. Try the other one !
There is one more accessory stall which I absolutely love – its between
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| Antique Hill Road |
If
you are looking to shop for shoes, then you can try Veronica. They have
a large collection of regular and party wear shoes.
Now, coming to the most important part, things to remember while street shopping at Bandra Hill Road.
- Its a huge stretch of road and you will need to do a lot of walking, so better wear some comfortable footwear.
- The street stalls and vendors set up stalls only post 3 – 4 pm, so visit the markets in the evening for a complete experience.
- Its over crowded on the weekends, so if you plan on extensive shopping, its better to go on a week day.
- You should know the art of bargaining well, otherwise the vendors may end up ripping you off your money.
- There is no trial rooms available, so be sure of your size and keep room for alterations.
- Please remember, you are not buying stuff from some mall or branded shop, there is no guarantee or exchange available.
- All the clothes are usually export rejects, so look carefully before buying, get ones with minimal defects (well most of the times you don’t even realize there is a defect) .
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Friday 20 January 2017
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Chor Bazaar Mumbai
In this Section i have return the complete detail abiut Chor Bazaar in Mumbai.
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Location: Mutton Street, Near Bhendi Bazaar, South Mumbai
Highlights/Famous For: Goods (fashion, furniture, gadgets, books) at off-the-cuff prices.
Nearby Tourist Attractions: Bhendi Bazaar, Bandra, Linking Road, the Mumbai Mint
How to Reach: Local transport (Buses, taxis and auto-rickshaws)
Timings: 11 AM to 7.30 PM (Fridays remain closed)
Chor Bazaar has a history that spans over 150 years. The market was initially known as 'Shor Bazaar' and eventually got changed to 'Chor Bazaar'. Over time, illegal and stolen goods found its way to the market, vindicating the new name of the market. It is believed that this place was a favorite with the British during their reign in India. They would often purchase grandfather clocks, furniture, brassware and other household items at offbeat prices. These souks were considered to be the only place in Mumbai selling goods at such unusual rates.
By Road
By road, one can take the local transport. The MTDC buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis will bring you straight to Chor Bazaar. It takes approximately 25 minutes from the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.
By Rail
The closest railway head is located at Grant Road, and tourists can get off here and walk towards Chor Bazaar. Trains to Grant Road leave from CST and even the Central Junction station.
Chor Bazaar is a popular market place in Mumbai and should not be missed! Apart from being one of the remnants of the old-world Bombay, Chor Bazaar is also a popular place where you can pick up some good deals for yourself. If you are a shopaholic, then Chor Bazaar might just be the place for you! Come and explore the old-world charm of Mumbai!
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Location: Mutton Street, Near Bhendi Bazaar, South Mumbai
Highlights/Famous For: Goods (fashion, furniture, gadgets, books) at off-the-cuff prices.
Nearby Tourist Attractions: Bhendi Bazaar, Bandra, Linking Road, the Mumbai Mint
How to Reach: Local transport (Buses, taxis and auto-rickshaws)
Timings: 11 AM to 7.30 PM (Fridays remain closed)
Mumbai's Chor Bazaar is the pride of the city in terms of
shopping. Located in South Mumbai, Chor Bazaar literally translates to 'thieves
market'. One of the oldest markets in Mumbai, the place has a fascinating
history that dates back to over 150 years. Initially, Chor Bazaar was known as
'Shor Bazaar', which means 'noisy market'. However, the British, during their
reign in India, mispronounced the word and the market eventually became known
as 'Chor Bazaar'. One of the most fascinating souks, Chor Bazaar is home to
many stolen goods, just as the name suggests. You will usually find shopaholics
rummaging for goods at throwaway prices. From antiques to Victorian furniture
and fashion to electronics, a wide array of goods available here is staggering.
Most of the shop-owners are used to the whims and fancies of the shoppers; therefore,
if you are good at bargaining, then this might be the place to be! One of the
main tourist attractions in Mumbai, Chor Bazaar is also one of the busiest
places in this metropolitan city. To know more, read on.
History And Surroundings
Chor Bazaar has a history that spans over 150 years. The market was initially known as 'Shor Bazaar' and eventually got changed to 'Chor Bazaar'. Over time, illegal and stolen goods found its way to the market, vindicating the new name of the market. It is believed that this place was a favorite with the British during their reign in India. They would often purchase grandfather clocks, furniture, brassware and other household items at offbeat prices. These souks were considered to be the only place in Mumbai selling goods at such unusual rates.
Chor
Bazaar things you can buy:
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| Chor Bazaar Antiques |
- Brassware
- Electronics
- Hardware
- Tools
- Meats
- Fashion
- Footwear
- Bronze items
- Furniture
- Cane goods
- Vintage goods
- Stolen artifacts
Popularity
The popularity of Chor Bazaar has grown over the years. Several Bollywood films have been shot in the alleyways of this crammed street. Mini Market and Juma Market at Chor Bazaar are two small subdivisions of this famous market. At Mini Market, tourists can find posters and all other trinkets related to the Bollywood industry. At the Juma Market, hardware, tools and furniture can be found aplenty. The Chor Bazaar has also been mentioned in a popular novel by Rohinton Mistry, called 'Such a long journey'.
How To Reach
The popularity of Chor Bazaar has grown over the years. Several Bollywood films have been shot in the alleyways of this crammed street. Mini Market and Juma Market at Chor Bazaar are two small subdivisions of this famous market. At Mini Market, tourists can find posters and all other trinkets related to the Bollywood industry. At the Juma Market, hardware, tools and furniture can be found aplenty. The Chor Bazaar has also been mentioned in a popular novel by Rohinton Mistry, called 'Such a long journey'.
How To Reach
By Road
By road, one can take the local transport. The MTDC buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis will bring you straight to Chor Bazaar. It takes approximately 25 minutes from the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.
By Rail
The closest railway head is located at Grant Road, and tourists can get off here and walk towards Chor Bazaar. Trains to Grant Road leave from CST and even the Central Junction station.
Chor Bazaar is a popular market place in Mumbai and should not be missed! Apart from being one of the remnants of the old-world Bombay, Chor Bazaar is also a popular place where you can pick up some good deals for yourself. If you are a shopaholic, then Chor Bazaar might just be the place for you! Come and explore the old-world charm of Mumbai!
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