India is a vast country where you will find shops on every street and a market just a few meters away. There are many markets in the country but some are known for their specialties. You must have seen many markets where some are known for shoes and some for clothes or jewelr
Sonpur cattle market, Bihar
It is the largest animal market in Asia and is organized on the banks of the Ganges during Kartik Purnima. It is a month-long market as well as a fair. The origin of this market goes back to ancient times and it is said that even Chandragupta Maurya used to buy elephants and horses from here. Animals such as all breeds of dogs, buffaloes, donkeys, ponies, Persian horses, rabbits, elephants, goats, birds, and sometimes camels can be bought in the Sonpur market.
Attar Market, Uttar Pradesh
The attar market in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh has over 650 perfumeries. Kannauj and its market have been known for their perfumes and attars since the time of Harshavardhan, making it the oldest attar market in India and probably in Asia.
Ima Keithel, Manipur
Ima Keithel, meaning "Mother's Market", is the largest "all women's market" in the world. More than 5,000 women shopkeepers can be found in this market. This 150-year-old market is the biggest in the state. The market is located in the center of Imphal, the capital of Manipur.
Johnbeel Market, Assam
There will be very few markets where barter system still exists, this market is one of them. This market is open only thrice a week. Starting in the 15th century to bring unity among the various tribes of the region, this market is still running well.
Floating Market, Kashmir
It is a one-of-a-kind floating market in India and second in the world. The floating market on the famous Dal Lake is at least two centuries old. The market is open every day between 5-7 am.
