In the main cities of India, there are shopping centres as you would see almost anywhere else, but the most fascinating places to go are the many small markets, and larger bazaars that seem more mysterious than threatening, and where you can pick up large piles of spices that you will never actually use, as well as finding bargains on textiles and clothing. Throughout India there are many great tailors who specialise in making copies of the most fashionable western suits at a mere fraction of the cost, and the quality is excellent, as is the value.
