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SHOPPING IN MANIPUR
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The people of Manipur are traditional craftsmen. The skilled Manipuri hands make exquisite handicrafts and handlooms, which make shopping in Manipur a pleasant experience. Be it in the hills or in the valley, the Manipuris seem to have a genuine flair for crafting outstanding artifacts. No wonder if you find a loom in almost every household in Manipur, and the womenfolk weaving out enchanting variety of fabric and embroidery in distinctive shade and design.

Not only that, artifacts made of bamboo, papier mache, cane and wood, crfted out by the manipuris make for prized items for shopping in Manipur.

Of course, you cannot find plush air-conditioned commercial complexes while shopping in Manipur. But picking up some worth-buying souvenir, while taking a stroll in the local bazaars, from the artisans is not a hassle at all. Check out, while shopping in Manipur:

  • Manipuri bed covers of Moirangfee
  • Cane and bamboo work and wood carving
  • Hand-woven and embroidered textiles
  • Mats made of water reed
  • Manipuri dance doll
  • Shawls and blankets

  • It is also not unusual to find a general assortment of specialty handicrafts from neighbouring northeastern states.

    There are a number of Governments Emporia and also some private outlets for shopping in Manipur. Khwairamband market is the largest exclusive women's market in the country, where a visit is a must.



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