Markets in Assam

A trip, be it to any part of the world, is incomplete without shopping. Whether for your own self or as a souvenir for a friend or relative, shopping forms a part and parcel of traveling experience. Assam is well known for its traditional handloom products and the exclusive silk, called Muga silk. In fact, every region of the state has its own specialty, especially in terms of handlooms and handcrafts. Besides this, the state is also famous for its intricate cane and bamboo products. Hence, your shopping experience in Assam is sure to be a memorable one.

There are a variety of shopping places in Assam. Roadside shopping is very famous here. A special type of roadside market, called Bhutiya market, is present in certain regions of Assam. Shopping in these markets is particularly exciting, as you get a wide variety of clothes at very low prices. These shops are of major attraction to tourists as well as the natives. Besides these, there are a large number of malls and other shopping markets within the state. Apart from the traditional products, all the major brands and companies of India can be found in the urban areas like Guwahati, Dibrugarh, etc.

Traditional Handloom Products

Weaving is a major industry of Assam. Gamocha (Assamese towel), Mekhela Chaddar (Assamese sari) and Laichampi (quilt-like material) are the hallmarks of the traditional handloom products here. The raw materials for weaving may be cotton or the famous Assamese silk (Muga, Paat, Eri). Over the handloom products, images of flowers, birds and animals are usually seen. Cachar and Sualkuchi silk weaving centers are particularly famous for this purpose. Other common products include tablemats, cushion covers, shawls, and napkins.