Varanasi has, since times immemorial, been hailed as a premier centre for some of the finest handicrafts. The most renowned craft of the city is its silk weaving.

"Benarsi Sarees" produced by local craftsmen are among the most preferred, not only in India but across the world. Brassware, copperware, ivory ware, glass bangles, wood and clay toys and exquisite gold jewelry are some of the other crafts the city is famous for.

Bhadohi carpets and musical instruments are among the other shopping attractions.

Main Shopping Centres :

The Chowk,
Vishwanath Gali,
Gyanvapi,
Thatheri Bazar,
Lahurabir,
Godoulia,
Dashaswamedh and
Golghar.

Varanasi is also famous for its mango fruit - Langda Aam (Summers) and delicious sweets.

Souvenier Shops:

The city has a number of Souvenir shops approved by the Government.

Other Emporia

UPICA, Nadesar *
U.P.Handlooms, Lahurabir & Nichibagh ·
Tantuj- Bengal Emporium, Dasaswamedh Road ·
Handloom House, Sigra.