Guwahati situated on the banks of River Brahmaputra is the business hub and the largest city in the state of Assam. Shopping in Guwahati will be a fascinating experience for the tourists interested in carrying home souvenirs and curios from the Northeast.

The name Guwahati is interestingly derived from two Assamese words, guwa meaning betel nut and hat meaning marketplace. The city of Guwahati has a number of markets or shopping areas in the main city area. They are fancy Bazaar, Paltan Bazaar, Ulubari, Ganeshavri and GNB Road. Tourists can check out the government emporiums in Guwahati for typical items from all the states in the North East.

While shopping in Guwahati you will find a wide choice of bamboo and cane products, from exquisitely made furniture to even hairclips and fashion accessories. Other gift items that you can buy in Guwahati are wall hangings, caps and shawls. In Guwahati, you can also shop for fascinating apparels made of Assamese silks and cottons with threadwork displaying traditional motifs.


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