Kaziranga is a typical wild life destination in the exotic north east of India. Lush green vegetation, lofty bluish mountains, the mighty river Brahmaputra and the rare birds and animals make it a favorite haunt for the passionate wild life lover. Although tourists visit Kaziranga in large numbers but hardly anyone go for shopping in Kaziranga. It is not actually a shopping destination in true sense.

The nearest city is Guwahati. This serves as the perfect base to explore Kaziranga in your pre and post tour. If you are a true shopaholic, Travel.mapsofindia suggests you should rather shop in Guwahati instead of shopping in Kaziranga.

Guwahati being a major city in Assam has many shopping joints where you would find a large variety of traditional handicrafts. Pick up a few items that would serve as excellent souvenirs.

Cane and bamboo crafts are a traditional handicraft in Assam. Fantastic items, made of bamboo and cane, are widely available Guwahati. Pick up a piece or two, while shopping in Guwahati.

The state of Assam produces exquisite varieties of silk fabric, like Muga (the golden silk exclusive only to this state), Paat, Eri etc. Silk saris or other Indian wear are popular items for shopping in Guwahati.

There are many shopping joints in Guwahati. Hang out at Fancy Bazaar, Paltan Bazaar, Ulubari, Ganeshavri and GNB Road, where you would find numerous private shopping outlets along side the government emporia. And finally, it is tea ! Close to Kaziranga lies Darjeeling, which produces the best-flavored tea in the world. A packet or two must feature in your Kaziranga cart in Kaziranga.

There are many good markets in Kaziranga. The markets are open on Wednesday and Saturday. Explore the Main Road, the 10th Mile Market and the Raja Dorje Market for Kaziranga in Kaziranga. The Kaziranga Arts & Crafts Centre is the best place for authentic Lepcha, Bhutanese and Sikkimese embroidered work on purses and dresses.

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