Shopping in the beautiful city Ludhiana can be quite an enjoyable experience. There is no such thing which you can’t find here. You just name it and you have it. All you need is an eagle’s eye to grab your stuff. Ludhiana is no less than a paradise for shoppers with its unique blend of Indian, Punjabi and Western cultures that cater to every person’s needs.
Punjab state has a rich tradition of handlooms and handicrafts. The state is famous for its beautiful handiworks like phulkari, jewelry and lacquered wood work. These are the things that you should surely look for while shopping in Ludhiana. You can also look for the famous Punjabi jutis, hand woven clothes, woolen garments, carpets and, not to forget, the Patiala Salwar.
Where to Shop in Ludhiana?
Ludhiana is a home to various malls which are no less than the malls in any foreign country. You can find various international brands in these malls. Even people from other areas of Punjab come to Ludhiana malls for shopping.
Shopping Malls in Ludhiana
Some of the famous shopping malls in Ludhiana are given below:
Global Business Park Main NH1, Ludhiana
Grand City Plaza Pakhowal Road, Ludhiana
Calibre Plaza Near Clock Tower, Ludhiana
JMD Govardhan City Center Near Railway Station, Ludhiana
Ansal Plaza Ferozepur Road, Ludhiana
MBD Neopolis Ferozepur Road, Ludhiana
Westend Mall Ferozepur Road, Ludhiana
Pavilion Mall Fountain Chowk, Ludhiana
Silver Arc Mall Ferozepur Road, Ludhiana
Curo Square (Flamez) Malhar Road, Ludhiana
Omaxe Mall Ferozepur Road, Ludhiana
Apart from the malls, there are numerous local markets that sell the traditional items of the state. These local markets make your shopping spree in Ludhiana even more delightful. Some of these markets are:
Local Bazaars in Ludhiana
Chaura Bazaar
Located in the heart of old Ludhiana city, Chaura Bazaar is one of the main shopping attractions. This market is also known as the commercial capital of the city. You can purchase almost anything from here and that too at half a price of what you will have to pay in the rest of the city. The bazaar is famous for its very old shops like Khushi Ram’s Sweet Shop and Lyal Book Depot, wholesale market of cycle parts along Gill Road, hosiery items in Purana Bazaar, pottery items in Sunday Bazaar and many more.
Gur Mandi
Gur Mandi is famous for its wholesale trade. There are almost 200 shops in Gur Mandi that sell different types of pulses, spices etc. the main thing that enthralls the customers in the Gur Mandi is the sight of Gur and Tikki in front of every shop. The tikkiwallas and the chana-bhatura wallas are the favorite place for the women shoppers.
Ghumar Mandi
Once known for the pottery items, Ghumar Mandi is located at the outer edge of the city. Even at present, there are some potters who earn their living by selling earthenware. Ghumar Mandi has now become a stylish shopping hub in the heart of the city.
Car Bazaar
The car bazaars in Ludhiana are very famous for the sale- purchase of used second hand cars. People from even far flung places like Srinagar, Chandigarh and Shimla come to Ludhiana to sell or purchase a used car. Most of the used car outlets are in Gian Singh Rarewala Market and Feroze Gandhi Market.
Meena Bazaar
Meena Bazaar offers a wide variety of things ranging from sweet batashas for the children to blankets for the aged. Besides some cardboard factories, Meena Bazaar has various shops of confectioners and other general merchants.