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A Trip Through My Local Market — the Iconic Malleswaram

Where you get everything. Every. Single. Thing.

Vidya Sury © — flowers at Malleswaram market

I live in Malleswaram in Bangalore which is literally an iconic market. People from nearby cities and of course, all over the city come here to shop. Some distances within Bangalore are harder to navigate than visiting a nearby city. For example, it is far easier to visit Chennai than, say, go to a neighborhood at the other end of Bangalore.

Which makes me one heckuva lucky person to be living where live. An area where everything is within walking distance. Figures why we never bothered to buy a car.

Without further ado, please join me for a pleasant stroll through Malleswaram 8th Cross. There’s something for everyone, every budget.

You’ll be greeted by bangle displays — bangles made of glass, metal, and plastic, embellished with all sorts of stones and tassels, and highly affordable.

Which is your favorite color? Vidya Sury ©

Then, there’s pottery for those of us who love home decor and prettying up our kitchens. Oh, bargain away — these vendors are quite happy to negotiate. Just remember they’re always…