Why Is Chandni Chowk In Delhi Famous for?

Chandni Chowk is one of the oldest and busiest markets of Old Delhi reflecting the history of the Mughal period. It is a wholesale market as well as a retail market. Whether you are looking for wedding shopping or household items, whether you want to buy jewelry or branded clothes, footwear, stationery, and many other daily needs, this market provides everything for everyone.

From stolen goods to cheap and expensive branded products, all kinds of products are available in this market at very affordable prices.

This market was established in the 17th century by Shah Jahan and is one of the bustling and main thoroughfare of Delhi. Whether you are rich, poor, or middle class, this market is budget-friendly for every class.

Chandni Chowk is located in old Delhi or Delhi 6 in front of the Red Fort. On entering from Lahore Gate on the opposite side of the Red Fort, this market has religious places of different religions like Gauri Shankar Temple, Fatehpuri Masjid, Gurudwara Sheesh Ganj, Sunheri Masjid and St. The Baptist Church can be seen. Chandni Chowk is called a shopper’s paradise.

This place is known for its popularity not only in India but all over the world. Since Delhi is situated on the banks of the Yamuna River, during the early days of Shah Jahan’s reign, the Yamuna Canal used to pass through here, which offered a beautiful view of the moon at night and this market was initially built in a square shape, which had narrow lanes and squares, so it was named Chandni Chowk(Moonlight Square).

subsequently, this place is no less than a paradise for food lovers. Apart from the famous street food and Indian snacks, this place has its own identity for various dishes and parathas.

Famous Markets and Shopping in Chandni Chowk

Chandni Chowk market is a crowded chaotic area where different markets and lanes have been created for all the shopping items like shoes, clothes, electronics, household items, jewelry, stationery, etc. This market provides a vibrant environment for a variety of shopping experiences. There are different areas in these markets which are known for different things.

#1- Dariba Kalan-

    This Chandni Chowk market is famous for handmade jewelry. Apart from gold and silver, a plethora of designs in  Meenakari and Kundan jewelry are also available here. This market holds significant importance for wedding shopping, whether you are looking for heavy design jewelry or everyday wear jewelry, everything in this market is available at 25% less price than in other markets. Apart from this, rare and expensive perfumes also add to the beauty of this market.

#2- Chawri Bazaar–

Built in 1840, Chawri Bazaar is the oldest wholesale market in Old Delhi which is famous for copper, brass, and paper products. This place is famous in India for the sale of paper and paper products. In Chawri Bazaar, you can print wedding cards, greeting cards, business cards, etc. in bulk at affordable prices, those designs are simple, complex, subtle, fancy, traditional, ordinary, and extraordinary.

#3- Khari Baoli–

Khari Baoli Market was built in the 17th century during the Mughal period. Famous for spices and dry fruits, Khari Baoli Market is Asia’s largest wholesale grocery market where customers can buy spices, nuts, herbs, and food products like rice and tea at reasonable prices. This wholesale market of Old Delhi has been running for more than 400 years and remains an important part of Delhi’s historical trade.

#4- Kinari Bazaar–

When it comes to wedding or festival shopping, Kinari Bazaar of Chandni Chowk, Delhi caters to every need of the customer, countless varieties of bridal lehengas, matching, and unique jewelry, colorful turbans for the groom, brocade suits, decorative laces, garlands made of currency notes and shiny strings, tinsel accessories, elaborate wedding card scrolls, laces and falls, velvet pouches, crystal bangles or any other item used in festivals and weddings can be easily found in this market.

#5- Nai Sarak–

If you are a book lover, student, writer, or working on a project and looking for some material to explore, you will find everything here according to your needs. Nayi Sadak is famous for books, papers, and stationery items in Chandni Chowk. Here you will find fiction, non-fiction, literature, novels, textbooks, etc. in second-hand and new prices.

#6- Bhagirath Palace–

This market of Chandni Chowk is Asia’s largest wholesale market for electronic items which provides all kinds of electronic items like mobile, headphones, earphones, speakers, Bluetooth, laptops, and household and kitchen electronics like mixers, washing machines, refrigerators, air conditioners,s, etc. to the customers at one place. Apart from this, Bhagirath Palace also provides medicine and surgical equipment products at a discount of about 75%.

#7- Katra Neel–

There are many types of shops in this market which sell a wide variety of men’s and women’s clothes. This market works as a wholesale market for sarees, latest design suits, embroidered lehenga, salwar suits, palazzo, etc. Raymond’s first branch is also located in this market.

#8- Moti Bazaar–

Moti Bazaar market is famous for the sale of pearls and pearl products, hence it is known as Moti Bazaar. Apart from this, this market is also famous for shawls of different colors and designs.

#9- Ballimaran Market–

This market is known for selling shoes at affordable prices. There are all kinds of shoes available here, ranging from formal shoes to dress shoes. You will also find a lot of opticians here, though don’t depend on their eye testing skills. You can find a huge variety of frames and sunglasses at a throwaway price.

#10- Tilak Bazaar–

This market is one of the largest and most prominent wholesale markets in Asia. It caters to the needs of industrial chemicals, dyes, pigments, and raw materials used in agriculture and manufacturing sectors. It provides all types of chemicals and chemical products and equipment of good quality and standard.

#11- Fatehpuri Market–

Fatehpuri Market, the pride of Chandni Chowk, has been fulfilling the food needs since the Mughal era. This market is Delhi’s largest wholesale market for khoya and paneer from where khoya and paneer are supplied to almost every part of Delhi.

#12- Chor Bazar-

Chor Bazaar market is located in Chandni Chowk and has become a frequently visited place visited by every tourist and local people. Almost all the goods needed by the people are available in this market at very low prices. In this market, along with stolen goods, rejected products of high brands are also available at very low prices.

Books (INR 20/pcs or INR 100/kg), Branded Clothes like Louis Vuitton, Raymond’s, Zara, H & M, and Forever 21 (INR 50/pcs), Branded Cameras like Nikon, Canon, Fujifilm, Sony, and Panasonic (INR 2000), Mobile Phone and Accessories (iPhone starting price INR 5000), Gym and Sports Equipment, Stationery, Branded Bags and Wallets like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, Michael Kors, Steve Madden, and Charles and Keith flooding (INR 500), Branded Shoes like H&M, Forever 21, Aldo, Adidas, Nike, Puma, Reebok, Steve Madden and Jimmy Choo (800), Antiques and Food.

Culinary Delight at Chandni Chowk

If you get hungry while roaming around in the famous market of Chandni Chowk, then there is no need to worry. This market has been serving Indian traditional taste to people for years. From famous sweet shops to snacks, vegetarian food to famous parathas, everything is available in this market at very low prices.

What’s the point of coming to Chandni Chowk if you don’t taste the snacks here? The famous fruit chaat here is special in the whole of Delhi.

Nataraj’s shop for the best Dahi Bhalla, Paranthe Wali Gali for every variety of parathas, and Gyaniji’s shop for Falooda are the main ones. Apart from this, Chaatwallah, Bikaner Sweet Shop, Haldiram’s, Chainaram, Meghraj and Sons, Tewari Brothers Confectioners, Annapurna Bhandar, etc. are famous snack points where there is always a crowd of people eating.

Paranthe wali gali- This lane is completely dedicated to parathas. Here you will easily find 80 to 90 varieties of parathas. Some of the special parathas include lemon, chili, cashew, almond, carrot, radish, paneer, potato, cauliflower, rabri, peas, khoya, tomato, mango papad, banana and khurchan.

    These parathas are served with sweet lassi, mint chutney, tamarind chutney, mixed pickle, potato-paneer curry, pumpkin, spicy green chili, and carrot-radish salad.

The price is so reasonable that you can get parathas for two people for Rs. 150. There are shops older than 1870 in this lane and this business of making parathas is being carried on by the family. In the beginning, there used to be 20 to 25 shops here, out of which only 3 are left now.

Famous Indian actor Akshay Kumar’s ancestral house is also in this lane and this is the same lane where Akshay Kumar used to make parathas before entering Bollywood. Not only this, but other big celebrities of Bollywood also often come here to taste parathas.

A Walk Through History of Chandni Chowk

The city of Delhi is situated on the banks of the River Yamuna. During the reign of Mughal emperor Shahjahan, the Yamuna Canal (now closed) used to pass through Chandni Chowk, which was right in the middle of the square.

At night, the shadow of the moon was visible in this canal, so this place was named Chandni Chowk. Some people believe that in the beginning, the silver trade used to take place here in large quantities, and this trade used to take place all around the square, so this place was named Chandni Chowk.

Shahjahan’s daughter Jahanara was very fond of shopping and she told this desire of hers to her father. To commemorate this, Shahjahan built the market of Chandni Chowk in Delhi and called traders from India and its surrounding areas to do business here. And soon it became one of the biggest markets in India as well as Asia.

Today, there is hardly any item that is not available in Chandni Chowk, otherwise, you just tell the name and every item you need is available in Chandni Chowk Delhi.

Location 

Chowk is located near the railway station in Old Delhi, India. Jama Masjid and Red Fort are also located at a distance of 1 to 2 km from Chandni Chowk or we can say Chandni Chowk is situated around the Red Fort and Jama Masjid. This market is well connected by  Road and Metro. The nearest metro station is Chandni Chowk Metro Station.

Best time to visit 

The best time to visit Chandni Chowk is from October to March as it will give you relief from walking in extreme heat. Also, this is the festive and wedding season as well, which adds to the luster and vibrancy of the markets.

How to reach Chandni Chowk 

The best way to reach Chandni Chowk is to get down at Chandni Chowk Metro station from Delhi Metro or you can also take a bus from Daryaganj bus stop which will drop you directly at Chandni Chowk. Apart from this, e-rickshaws or auto can also be a better option. Avoid going by private vehicle as you may face parking problems in the crowded area of Chandni Chowk.

Nearest Hotel For Accommodation

Hotel Aiwan-e-Shahi

• Location: Near Jama Masjid, close to Chandni Chowk
• Features: Budget-friendly, offers basic amenities, and is within walking distance of major attractions like Jama Masjid and Red Fort.

Hotel Tara Palace, Chandni Chowk

• Location: Esplanade Road, close to Red Fort
• Features: Offers clean rooms, complimentary breakfast, and a rooftop view of landmarks like Red Fort and Jama Masjid.

Welcom Heritage Haveli Dharampura

• Location: Gali Guliyan, near Jama Masjid and Chandni Chowk
• Features: A luxury heritage hotel in a restored 19th-century haveli, known for its traditional Mughal architecture and modern amenities. (world heritage listed)

Hotel Broadway

• Location: Daryaganj, a short distance from Chandni Chowk
• Features: Mid-range hotel with comfortable rooms and an in-house restaurant, offering easy access to Old Delhi attractions.

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In a summarized way, Chandni Chowk is the place that provides every customer with the desired product at a reasonable rate and this market is budget-friendly for all classes and everyone should enjoy shopping here at least once.

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