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Paltan Bazaar

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Nature & Park
  • Timings : 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • Distance from near by city 600 Mts From Dehradun
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)30 Minutes
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • Travel Tips None

Paltan Bazar is one of the most popular and crowded places in Dehradun. It is one of the most famous shopping spots in the town. The Paltan Bazar is near the clock tower. Tourists can explore things like clothes, footwear, books, artwork and food here.

The main and the best items in the market are woolen clothes handmade by Tibetan women. Many Tibetan women can be seen at the market price with their creative works. At the Paltan Bazaar, a few good restaurants with amazing basmati rice are available. The restaurants are worth trying.

The Paltan Bazaar is the primary local market of Dehradun. Another great part of the Bazaar is the Himalayan spices. Take a walk in the market and explore the spices. Paltan Bazar is one of the main places to visit in Dehradun.

What is the history of Paltan Bazar?

The Paltan Bazar got its name from the Britishers. During the British rule, the Britishers used to visit the market in Paltan, meaning group on their horses. Since then, the market has become famous as the Paltan Bazar. 

Why is Paltan Bazar famous?

The main reason for the popularity of the Paltan Bazaar is the handmade woolen clothes. The indigenous tribes make handmade woolen clothes. The market not only has woolen dresses but also sweaters, shawls and other things made of woolen. Another attraction is the food made from basmati rice. 

Is Bazar open on Sunday?

The Paltan Bazaar is open all days of the week, including Sunday. The Bazaar has many brands, books, handicrafts, clothes, accessories, and gift items. The Paltan Bazaar is famous for basmati rice and woolen things.

Only some of the bakeries have the best items to offer. The bakeries have been in the area for many years, and the tourists and locals love it. It is another reason to visit Paltan bazaar during the DEHRADUN TOUR PACKAGE.

The bazaar also has delicious chaat items like momos, pani puri, and aloo tikki. At the Bazaar you can explore some good food and snacks. At the Bazaar, tourists also get various options to explore and bargain on clothes and other items. You also get the best traditional clothes and handicrafts as well.

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