what to buy in kashmir

what to buy in kashmir

Kashmir is renowned for tremendous shopping across the globe specially for its woolens, saffron,

shatoosh and Pashmina shawls, wooden handiwork, hand woven floor coverings, walnut wood work,

paper mache articles, Kashmiri crewelwork, phirans, honey, copper, brass, almonds, silverware and

fruits variety are the most essential purchases in Jammu and Kashmir

 

Kashmir is famous for its traditional handicrafts and the following items are worth buying if you

are interested:

– Kashmir carpets (very famous and beautiful)

– Products made from famous Kashmir goat wool (known as Cashmere) e.g. showls, clothings

– Paper marche products (which comes in all shapes, sizes, colours etc)

– Jewelries (some locals will try selling them to you while at Dal Lake)

 

Pashmina and Shahtoosh

The pashmina and shahtoosh shawls are exceptional shopping items which can’t be found at anyplace.

The Pashmina shawls are definitely a onetime buy as they are made up from the hair of the seldom

originated Ibex and its cost ranges somewhere between Rs 4000 to 10,000.

 

Wooden Carvings

The state of Kashmir is a traditional treasure house to several popular wooden crafts. Walnut wood

is the predominant and remarkable item that is utilized to make the wooden souvenirs.