India is known for its diversity, culture and wonderful things like food, clothes etc. Think if there is no market then from where will you buy the goods? That's why there are different types of markets. Where do you live, or would the local markets keep roaming around?

But do you know that there are some markets in India which are not decades but years old?

Jonbeel Market

In earlier time’s barter system used to run. Means to give another thing in exchange for one thing. In today's time, this system is rarely seen, but if you go to Jonbeel market in Assam, you can easily buy goods from here in exchange for money. However, this market does not open daily. It is believed that this market serves to bring unity among the people here.

Cattle market

Apart from clothes, vegetables, household items, etc., there are many things that people like to buy. Some people are animal lovers, in such a way they always buy some animal in their house. Bihar, India has the largest cattle market in Asia. It is known as the Sonpur cattle market. Dogs, Persian horses, buffaloes, donkeys, rabbits, elephants, goats, and birds are sold in this market.

Floating vegetable market

Kashmir is the pride of India. The beauty of this state cannot be described enough. Can you imagine you'd find vegetables in a lake? This happens in Kashmir. This is a vegetable floating market, which is located in Srinagar.

This market takes place from 7 in the morning to 5 in the evening. Now think for yourself what would the sight of a boat floating in water and vegetables being sold on it? You would think that this market would have been established some time ago, but it is not so. This market was settled about 2 centuries ago.

Ima Keithel, Manipur

Ima Keithel is a market in Manipur. Ima Keithel means "mother's market" in Manipur. The speciality of this market is that here you will see only women.

This means only women sell all the goods in this market. The number of women shopkeepers in this market is around 5000. You will get everything in this market, but to go to this market you have to go to Imphal, the capital of Manipur.

Image Credit: Freepik

DISCLAIMER

Your skin and body are as different as you are. We endeavour to bring you correct, safe and expert-verified information through our articles and social media handles, but still, you must consult your doctor before trying any home remedy, hack or fitness tip.