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.