Lower Bazaar, Shimla
Lower Bazaar is a market in Shimla city. It is just below the Middle Bazaar and Mall Road. The market is popular among locals. The market has diverse range of shops such as clothing and restaurants.[1]
Lower Bazaar | |
|---|---|
Neighbourhood, Market | |
 Lower Bazaar shops | |
| Location of Lower Bazaar in Shimla | |
| Coordinates: 31°06′14″N 77°10′25″E / 31.103828°N 77.173475°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Himachal Pradesh |
| District | Shimla |
| Dimensions | |
| • Length | 0.7 km (0.4 mi) |
| PIN | 171001 |
History
The Lower Bazaar was settled by the British for local Indians. The Britishers did not allow Indians in Upper Bazaar (Mall Road), which is why Lower Bazaar was created.[2]
Location and transportation
Lower Bazaar is located in the centre of Shimla. The area is a no vehicle zone, only ambulances and Municipal Corporation vehicles are allowed.[3]
Commodities
The Bazaar sells household items, jewellery, stationary, and toys. It also contains many restaurants and dhabas. [4]
References
- ^ "Shimla: लोअर बाजार में नगर निगम ने 5 तहबाजारियों का सामान किया जब्त ..." m.himachal.punjabkesari.in. Retrieved 30 December 2024.
- ^ "The Guardian:In Shimla, the city of Indian Summers, the Raj's colonial legacy lives on". The Guardian. 28 February 2015. Retrieved 28 December 2024.
- ^ "Shimla's old tunnels are crying for attention; planned ones in limbo". Citizen Matters. 8 October 2020. Retrieved 30 December 2024.
- ^ "Lower Bazar - Shimla Travel guide". Times of India. 18 April 2016. Archived from the original on 30 December 2024. Retrieved 28 December 2024.