Gourmet products local specialties and wines Uttar Pradesh

After a bath of crowd among the tourists of the whole world come to admire the Taj Mahal, make a plunge in the Indian atmosphere,the true one! Around the Jama Masjid mosque, merchants and craftsmen perpetuate the tradition of the bazaar dating back to the feudal period. In this set of winding streets unchanged since the Mughal era, you can find all sorts of goods divided by product and by trade: saris, aluminum, shoe soles, padlocks, jewelry ... Few tourists venture here and it's a shame.

This small traditional bazaar allows the inhabitants of Fatehpur Sikri to stock up on all kinds of items: food, jewelry, sari, kitchen utensils... The atmosphere is relaxed and as authentic as in a remote village in the region. Few tourists come here and you will leave behind the stifling atmosphere of the mosque and the palace. Here, you will meet beautiful people and, unless you speak Hindi, you will haggle for prices in sign language! Good memories in perspective.

This establishment has existed since 1887, it is a real institution. Here you can taste the finest pastries in Varanasi. There is a great deal of choice - we are also a little lost - but there are already and nothing prevents you from doing yours! There is no wine tasting on site, however. Located between the Burning Ghat and the Golden Temple, it's a little hard to find, so don't hesitate to ask for its location to merchants on the street.

This stall, located in front of the Banaras Haveli hotel, is one of the best places in Varanasi to taste a full-bodied and fragrant masala chai. It is often necessary to queue there. The tea is served in clay cups that are thrown away after tasting. The subtle yet intense aroma attracts locals in numbers at all hours of the day. If you prefer coffee, the one offered is also delicious! The opening hours are however often random, because the owner pulls the curtain when he has sold all his stock.

The bazaars (markets) of the city offer a plethora of small souvenirs bearing the image of the blue lord.

The Dori Bazar and Chhatta Bazarin the lanes along the ghats are filled with small stores selling Krishna posters, flutes, scarves, religious ritual items and cotton fabrics. You will also find all the products of daily life: aluminum dishes, fruits and vegetables, flowers, etc.

In the street leading to the Kesava Deo temple, there are also stalls with unusual trinkets like Krishna and Vishnu stuffed animals!