Indulge In A Pre-Puja Shopping Spree At These 5 Places In North Kolkata

With Kolkata's biggest festival right around the corner, the Bongs are gearing up for some blissful shopping with unwavering enthusiasm!

The pujo fever is slowly gripping the City of Joy as Kolkatans are browsing through the latest collections in the local markets. The vibrant shopping markets in the city will welcome you with a burst of colours as you admire the eye-catching apparel and quirky accessories! The best thing is that you can avail amazing discounts or get a chance to hone your bargaining skills

1. Hatibagan

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Nestled close to the busy Shyambazar area, the Hatibagan market is renowned as the oldest traditional market in North Kolkata that has emerged as one of the most popular shopping destinations. There is nothing more satisfying that grabbing the best deals at dirt cheap prices while roaming through the countless stores that are strewn across Hatibagan. We loved the bright-coloured accessories and junk jewellery that will immediately jazz up your Pujo outfit!.

2. Tobin Road - Rathtala

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The Tobin Road- Dunlop - Rathtala stretch on BT Road offers a huge variety of fashion stores that are ideal for an enthusiastic round of Pujo shopping! The Pantaloons outlet at Tobin Road is much loved by all the local people and though the prices are a bit on the higher side, you can definitely keep an eye on the sale sessions. The sprawling Spencers store at Rathtala is not just about groceries as the apparel section will suit your taste and budget! 

3. Sodepur 

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Most of us love to tune into our ethnic side during the festive season and the joy of donning a traditional, handloom saree on Shashti knows no bounds for a true Bong! The Sriniketan and Readymade Centre stores in the Sodpur Station Road are well-known for their awe-inspiring collection of sarees, salwar suits, kurtis, lehengas and even ethnic gowns that will make you spoilt for choice! Men can choose an immaculate set of white panjabi for the Ashtami anjali.

4. Barrackpore

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If you are on the lookout for a one-stop destination to cover all your shopping needs for Durga Pujo, then the long Station-Chiriamore stretch in Barrackpore will be perfect for you. Be it the newest trends in clothing and footwear or the most appealing items in home decor, get ready for a makeover during the festive time! You can drop in at the newly opened Trends store for some dazzling discounts and munch on some fried chicken at the KFC outlet right next to it!

5. Kanchrapara 

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Last but not least, the Kanchrapara market (near to the station) is a hidden gem for a rejuvenating shopping experience if you reside in North Kolkata. The market is teeming with the latest design trends that will certainly fetch you many compliments! You can score some really stunning weaves without burning a huge hole in your wallet but also manage to power through the five days of Pujo with your style on fleek! 

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