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Bazars of Dimapur Nagaland : flea markets in India

Even though It lacks luxurious malls & plush cinema halls like Guwahati and other big cities; it's pure joy to explore the local markets of Dimapur.

Best flea markets in India - Dimapur, Nagaland
Best flea markets in India - Dimapur, Nagaland 


Weekly markets in Dimapur, Nagaland - shopping for garments
Weekly markets in Dimapur, Nagaland - shopping for garments


With the majority of locals who prefer ‘fresh local produce’ the weekly local markets are quite popular. In fact, they are held at a different locations every day of the week within Dimapur. There is a great variety of fresh produce – vegetables & fruits, brought in straight from the villages. These market start as early as 5 am and close at 7 pm. A visit to these weekly markets is going to be really interesting.

The most famous one is the Wednesday Supermarket, which is located about 1 km away from the Dimapur railway station.

The next popular place to hangout; is the Chumo bazar at Chumukedima which is located about 13 kms from the main city center.

List of  Weekly local markets with Days and Location at Dimapur, Nagaland

SUNDAY - Dilai gate (Near St. John Higher Secondary School, Diphu road)

MONDAY - Lhotovi, Dimapur : 
Getting there - from Padam pukhri gate take a short auto/ share auto ride, which will cost Rs.30/- pp

TUESDAY - Tin Mile Bazaar_ at 3rd Mile (Near Chekiye Village gate)

WEDNESDAY - Supermarket complex located about 1 kms from Dimapur railyway station.

THURSDAY -  6th Mile. This is a smaller affair, and can be skipped

FRIDAY - 4th Mile opposite Central Jail, Dimapur.

SATURDAY-Chumo bazar,  Chumukedima

Best flea markets shopping in India - Dimapur, Nagaland
Best flea markets shopping in India - Dimapur, Nagaland


To be frank; pretty much every market is similar with it fair share of fresh produce- vegetables & meats, but most importantly apparel. Loads & loads of reject seconds garments. These are really quite good and seriously affordable. If you're backpacker and would like a change of wardrobe, Dimapur is definitely the place to shop without breaking the bank.

DAILY MARKETS, DIMAPUR 

Hongkong Market - Open on all day (except Sunday) and Located close to Dimapur railyway station. Here you can get all your essential stuff and knick knacks.
Dimapur Organic AC market - It aims to promote organic farming, and gets fresh produce directly from farmers. The rates for vegetables and fruits is really reasonable (I'm saying this out of personal experience).




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