Besides buying the usual urban stuff one must be aware of the specialties of the region before shopping in Jalandhar. Famous for leather, Jalandhar is a world leader in the production of leather goods. Therefore shopping in Jalandhar must include at least one leather item. Known as the sports capital of India, Jalandhar has an ever growing sports goods industry. Therefore the sports lovers should not miss a chance of shopping in Jalandhar.
The global mall culture has also entered Jalandhar and today the city has some of the best malls in the country. Shopping in the malls of Jalandhar is like shopping in any other Western country and one can find most of the International brands in these malls. However, although globalization has entered Jalandhar, there are a number of shops selling traditional items in Jalandhar and they are an integral part of shopping in Jalandhar.
The traditional handicrafts and art works of Jalandhar can be bought at the many traditional shops in the city. It is these unique items that make shopping in Jalandhar even more colorful. The most popular shops that sell traditional items include:
- Oriental Crafts
- Prince Glass Corner
- Taj Handicrafts
- Janta Textiles and Handicrafts
- Loveleen Handicraft
- Pacca Bagh, Jalandhar
- Jaina Crafts
- Ebony Store in Jalandhar
- Handicrafts in Jalandhar
