5 places to go Diwali shopping in Delhi

Let's get set for Diwali, shall we? :)

With Diwali round the corner, city markets are humming with liveliness. Delhi's roads seem to be the busiest. Delhi celebrates Diwali in a grand way and there's no denying that it is the best place for people who look forward to making their Diwali a memorable one in many ways!

So, here's a list of some of the all-time best places in Delhi where you can shop for the festival without burning a hole in your pocket:

1. Sadar Bazaar, Delhi: Fireworks

The biggest crackers market in Delhi, Sadar Bazaar has some age-old shops like the Kaliswari firecrackers. From standard fireworks to the most fancy ones, you'll find all kinds of bombs, chakris and phooljhadis here. All at an affordable price!

2. Dariba Kalan, Delhi: Silver Artifacts

Everyone looks for beautiful murtis and silver coins to welcome maa Lakshmi on Diwali. Dariba Kalan, one of the oldest markets of Delhi is always brimming with endless options when it comes to silver artifacts.

3. Kinari Bazaar, Delhi: Art and Craft

A popular wholesale market in Delhi, is the best place for Diwali shopping. From candles, lampshades and clay pots to diyas, hand made products and home decor items, this place could be your one stop shop this festive season.

4. Lajpat Nagar, Delhi: Diwali Outfits

Looking for festive wear? Make Lajpat Nagar your next stop! You can find the fanciest footwears, jewelleries and outfits here at an unbelievably low cost. And if somehow you don't find what you like, try the Sarojini Nagar Market or Karol Bagh Market.

5. Indra Market, Noida: Lights

Diwali is incomplete without some fancy lighting. Get some of the best lighting options at Indra Market at really affordable prices -- from pipe lights, fairy lights to different LED light options, this is the place for some pocket friendly shopping. (BTW this place is also famous for the mehendi artists just in case you're thinking of donning full festive look).

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