10 must-buy things from Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand has a number of enchanting markets that offer delightful shopping experiences. With numerous tourist destinations, such as Haridwar, Rishikesh, Auli, Mussoorie, Dehradun, Nainital, Jim Corbett, Char Dham, and more offbeat spots, Uttarakhand has a lot to offer to all types of travellers. Also, these tourist hotspots are dotted with local markets brimming with specialties that serve as perfect souvenirs to take home. Key shopping destinations include Mall Road in Nainital, Johri Bazaar in Almora, Tibetan Market in Dehradun, Moti Bazaar and Kankhal Market in Haridwar, Sisters Bazaar in Mussoorie, local markets near Badrinath Temple, and many others.

Here, we have curated a list of items that you can consider buying as souvenirs from Uttarakhand:

Local spices and pickles reflect Uttarakhand's culinary diversity and can be enjoyed long after your visit.

With a diverse range of fruits grown locally, Uttarakhand produces natural fruit juices and jams free from additives, perfect for bringing home a taste of the region.

Uttarakhand's beekeeping farms produce organic honey renowned for its purity and freshness, making it a sought-after souvenir that preserves well over time.

Nainital is renowned for its wax craft, particularly candles in various shapes and aromas, making them popular decorative items and souvenirs.

Crafted by the Ringaal people of Kumaoni district, these handicrafts are made from bamboo, a plentiful resource in the state. Popular items include baskets, mats, furniture, hats, and kitchenware, often adorned with vibrant colours and charred black interiors for contrast.

Using hemp and jute fibres from the Ramban plant found in Uttarakhand's lower hills, these handicrafts feature a range of products, such as wall hangings, purses, home decor, toys, bags, ropes, table mats, with Dehradun being a hub for this craft.

Using hemp and jute fibres from the Ramban plant found in Uttarakhand's lower hills, these handicrafts feature a range of products, such as wall hangings, purses, home decor, toys, bags, ropes, table mats, with Dehradun being a hub for this craft.

Gunjyal village is a prominent centre for wooden handicrafts in Uttarakhand, offering a variety of items including toys, decor pieces, figurines, and masks.

A traditional Kumaoni art form, Aipan designs, symbolising various deities, are now applied to diverse items like wooden and clay artefacts, and clothing, enhancing their cultural significance.

Produced in Almora due to the region's cold climate, Angora and Pashmina wool products, such as stoles, shawls, caps, socks, mufflers, and gloves are popular choices.