By Vageesha Bainwala
People generally have the tendency to go to the Wal-Mart or a high- figh mall to shop when they are traveling . But if you are in want of a true shopping experience of the destination, street markets are your one stop solution. Street markets have been the center of commerce for centuries. Visiting the street markets of the area adds to the authentic experience of learning about the place. No one better than the small vendors with Tuta Futa English but Faratedaar local language can give you a toast of their local flavour. You might have planned a sightseeing visit to the market but there is a fair chance you will end up with stuffed shopping bags in your hand. Such addictive are these markets. Take a token of your visit, buy their handicrafts, see what locals are eating and add lots and lots to your knowledge. This is what the street markets do. Below given street markets are few which you cannot afford to missing while visiting these tourist destinations:-
- St. Lawrence Market, Toronto
Toronto the capital of Canada boasts of the best street market which makes every other competitor jealous. The market is 200 years old. St Lawrence has speciality vendors selling artisan foods, organic meats and vegetables, and many other locally grown or handcrafted goods. The unique thing about this Toronto street market is that it also gives tourist the chance to view the art and culture of the place along with local shopping. This place is a haven for art lovers.
2. La Boqueria, Barcelona
Barcelona the hotspot tourist destination of Spain with sandy beaches and European architecture is not behind in the street market race. Boqueria is one place known for its food stalls along with the shopping arena. All the foodies cum shop-a-holics, this is just the right place for you.
3. Chandni Chowk, Delhi
4. Chatuchak Weekend Market, Bangkok
South East Asian countries can never remain behind. And Bangkok the capital of Thailand in itself is known for a shopping destination, so how cannot it have a great street market. It is one of the largest weekend markets of world. This place is a souvenir-hunter’s dream, with all sorts of exotic crafts, antiques and collectables for sale, alongside live animals, socks and boxer shorts, and virtually anything else you could want or need. The market is a no smoking zone so amidst thousands of scents a cigarette smoke will not at all trouble you.
5. Marrakech, Morocco
The places have a lot in store for you. Plan a trip soon to a famous street market and get a first-hand experience. Go, spend a day which you will cherish for lifetime, I promise!