Shopping in Agra Apart from being one of the most sought after tourist destinations in the world, Agra has the privilege of being a shopper's paradise too. The city abounds with shopping malls and areas where you can buy the specialties of the place. As the world famous Taj Mahal is made purely of Marble, it is natural that the markets must be flooded with the replicas of the Taj in marble. They can be purchased as gift item, decorative or as souvenirs. But all that glitters is not gold. So it is the same with the replicas. They are in fact not made of marble but of one stone called Talk. Besides being cheap, the stone resembles marble. So, it is advisable that while buying any marble item ensure that you are purchasing the original thing.
Agra is also noted for the leather industry, which produces a large number of leather items. These hand made leather items are made by the inmates of the Agra. This helps them earn a good livelihood. Leather chappals (sandals), purses, bags, decorative items and many more such leather products are also made by the locals. You can find sandal and rose wood items in the handicraft craft emporiums and shops. One can also find the brass decorative pieces and stone carved images in the shops. Agra is also known for soft stone inlay work and durries, the zari embroidery work. The city is also famous for its sweets 'petha' and 'Gazak' and saltish snack 'Dalmoth.
Sadar Bazaar
Sadar Bazaar tops the list in Agra for shopping. This giant market is located near Agra Cantonment Railway Station. For tourists, this shopping place is an ideal place because the market is close to the Railway Station and a coffee day too was there. So tourists can straightly start their trip with shopping or can end with shopping.
Subhash Bazaar
For silk lovers, Subhash Bazaar is the best shopping destination. It is located in Halwai Gali which is close to Jama Masjid and Agra Fort. Tourists can go for shopping in Subhash Bazaar after exploring the mighty Agra Fort. Also, Jama Masjid is close to the market.
Kinari Bazaar
Kinari Bazaar is another popular shopping destination which is close to Jama Masjid and the Bazaar is located at Matola. Kinari Bazaar is the most popular wholesale market in Agra for many things. The history behind the market attracts tourists to visit the place. Try to roam the narrow and zig-zag roads of Kinari Bazaar it will be very interesting.
TDI Mall
TDI Mall is one of the best malls in Agra for entertainment buffers. This Mall is located very close to Taj Mahal on Fatehabad Road. It is a great sight for entertainment lovers and foodies. Most importantly, the Food Court in the mall is the best thing for foodies to fill their stomach with what they want.
Shah Market
Shah Market is a worthy place for tech lovers in Agra. It is located very close to Sanjay Place market. Shah Market is the best wholesale and retail market in Agra for mobiles. Here all branded mobiles available. In whole Agra, Shah Market is the renowned area for mobiles.
Agra Marble Shoppy
Agra is also a great producer of fine marble handicrafts. The best example visible to us is Taj Mahal, an epitome of marble architecture. So for marble works and handicrafts, Agra Marble Shoppy is the best shopping place. It is located near Taj Mahal on Eastern Gate road. With the available marble handicrafts in it, you can decorate your home beautifully with marble art pieces.
Shilpgram
Last but not least, Shilpgram in Agra is a wonderful shopping zone to buy various handicraft items. It is located in Telipara at Tajganj. For tourists, Shilpgram is an exotic place to shop in the scenario of rural life with huts and open-air stalls. Also here a cafe, restaurant and bar were there to get refresh with drinks and delicious food. After sightseeing of Agra, visiting Shilpgram is worthy to go through a different shopping experience.
