



Shopping in SAS Nagar(Mohali) is a delightful experience for the avid shopper. The
state of Punjab has a fairly rich tradition of handicrafts and handlooms. The state
is noted for exquisite handicrafts like phulkaris (traditional embroidery), lacquered
woodwork, jewelry etc. These are the items, you should look for while shopping in
SAS Nagar(Mohali).
Also go for the Punjabi jutis (shoes), which are typical of this
region. Hand-woven carpets, blankets, woolen garments and of course Patiala salwar
(the traditional Indian garments with a Punjabi twist in design) are hit with those
who want to do some shopping in SAS Nagar(Mohali). SAS Nagar(Mohali) is a busy urban
city and there is hardly anything that one will not find in SAS Nagar(Mohali). Therefore
shopping in SAS Nagar(Mohali) can be pretty confusing for those unaware of the specialties
of the place. The versatility of shopping in SAS Nagar(Mohali) lies in the fact
that there is something for everybody. Traditional Handicraft, Handloom items ,Kitchen
Household-utensils ,Leather, Quilts and Blankets ,Textiles ,Jewelry, Sports goods
,Flowers and Furniture.
Shopping in Mohali is more of an urban experience, sans the traffic problems of big
cities. With major brand stores, and a central location, sector -17 of Chandigarh
shopping complex forms the hub of the shopping activity in the City.
Sector -17 provides you with huge selection for clothes, shoes, electronics, sports goods, books and anything an avid shopper seeks. Other than a government store Phulkari, Sector –17 does not hold much in terms of ethnic Indian shopping. Sector 17 is also a major centre for government offices and banks.
Besides buying the usual urban stuff one must be aware of the specialties of the
region before shopping in SAS Nagar(Mohali).The global mall culture has also entered
SAS Nagar(Mohali) and today the city has some of the best malls in the country. Shopping
in the malls of SAS Nagar(Mohali) is like shopping in any other Western country and
one can find most of the International brands in these malls. However, although globalization
has entered SAS Nagar(Mohali), there are a number of shops selling traditional items
in SAS Nagar(Mohali) and they are an integral part of shopping in SAS Nagar(Mohali).
The traditional handicrafts and art works of SAS Nagar(Mohali) can be bought at the
many traditional shops in the city. It is these unique items that make shopping in
SAS Nagar(Mohali) even more colorful.
Punjab is famous for Makki-Ki-Roti and Sarson Ka Saag, South Indians prefer Sambar Vada, Dosa etc, but city of S.A.S.Nagar, keeping typical Indian tradition alive have a number of Food Joints offering every kind of foodstuff. S.A.S.Nagar is fast becoming an Electronics/Software hub of India with professionals from down South making it their own place, thus developing it as a cosmopolitan food city.
Some Famous Eating points in SAS Nagar,Mohali :

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Punjabi Suits ,Ladies Suits, Shawls,Pagri, |
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Pappad, Waddian,Pickles , |
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Shoes,Punjabi Jutti ,Wedding Suits, |
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Blankets, Hand -woven Carpets, Woolen garments |
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Electronics- TV, DVD-Players,Refrigerators,Kitchen Appliances |
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Jewellery,Artificial Jewellery, |
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Fashion Clothing, Embroidered Suits |
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Handicrafts,Wooden Chess, |