Travel Guide

SHOPPING IN DIU
An integral part of the Union Territory of Diu, Diu flaunts an idyllic beauty that mesmerizes the first time visitors and obliges them to come back to the place time and again. A small island boasting of breathtaking scenic beauty is reason enough for many a tourist to visit the place, but if you profess to be a confirmed shopaholic then you can’t let wrap up your tour to Diu without shopping in Diu.

 
In fact shopping in Diu is not what a discerning shopper would ideally look forward to, but you would definitely not commit the fallacy of concluding your tour to Diu without picking up some tokens of your visit. Diu shopping can be an interesting experience. While you are out browsing the shops in Diu, you can also explore the place simultaneously. Diu is dotted with a number of customs shops where you can get hold of the latest gizmos and electronic goods that at incredibly low price. These are primarily seized foreign goods that come at amazingly low rates. Of course you have to forgo the warranty card or any kind of guarantee.

 
Most shoppers, out on shopping in Diu, make it a point to get hold of leather slippers and handcrafted items made of the bamboo. The shops in Diu sell very comfy and inexpensively priced leather slippers. The slippers and quite comfortable and also make for wonderful gift items as well. The woven bamboo mats and baskets are also cheap buys but extremely durable.

 
If you are not a gizmo freak then you can shift your attention to household appliances during shopping in Diu. Don’t forget to pick up some gift articles for your near ones and relatives that are sold in a variety of shops in Diu. You could visit the Maharaja Super Market and the Princess Park which are considered to be the popular shopping hubs in Diu. Other items that you can treasure as keepsakes comprise of goods made of seashell and oysters.

 
Shopping in Diu Island entails a lot of fun and enjoyment. A lot of materials locally made out of seashells and other objects gathered from the sea are at display at the shops in Diu Island. There is a market in Diu town where these items are sold.

 
Diu Island shopping is one of the most popular activities for the tourists. Shopping in Diu Island is a favorite pass time for the visitors though there is not a separate area for shopping. Items are found along the beaches. The tourists could collect handmade items from the shops along the beaches. However, the Diu town provides shopping facilities to the visitors.

 
Items Available at the Market
Once a Portuguese colony, Diu Island has now developed into a tourist destination. Items made of seashells and pearls are available in the island. Slippers made of leather and baskets made of straws are the most common products which one finds at the market. There are a lot of shops in Diu Island that sells second hand goods. In those markets one could get electronic goods and other gift articles at a cheap price
Known for beaches and unparalleled beauty, Diu is much more than just a tourist spot. Shopping in Diu is relaxing and a thrilling activity. The bazaars of Diu are lively, colourful and vibrant with vendors selling out variety of goods. From small handicrafts to electronic goods and appliances, one can get almost everything in the local markets of Diu. A major contributor to Diu’s economy is tourism as tourists buy various articles from the Diu markets, thus contributing to its economy.

Where to Shop in Diu ?
The Diu Market has a number of shops selling an assortment of popular street foods. There are shops selling custom goods and decorative utility articles. In the Town Square, you get to buy leather slippers, bamboo mats and other attractive handicrafts. You can also find here electronic gadgets and home appliances at nominal rates. Bangles made by the Sangariya Sheri community in Diu can be purchased from the stalls near the Zampa Gateway. Articles made out of shells and pearls can be purchased from the road side shops near the beaches. Souvenirs made of bamboo, terracotta, brass etc are available in the Government Emporia and stalls in famous tourist locations throughout the city. Cashews and other dry fruits are available in the shops in Diu market. One can also buy a variety of garments, watches, chocolates, quilts, belts etc at cheap rates from the Diu market near the main road.

 
What to buy in Diu ?
Due to its proximity to the sea, there are a number of road side shops, selling exquisite items made of sea shells and oyster shells. Apart from decorative utility items, chains, necklace, ear rings, bracelet and other fancy accessories made out of these shells are in great demand among the tourists visiting Diu.Souvenirs made of ivory carvings and tortoise shells. Ivory carvings, weaved mats, bamboo baskets and different decorative articles made of tortoise shells, that are in great demand among the visitors in Diu, depict the talent and creativity of the local artisans here. Decorative articles and jewellery made of pearls are quite popular among the Foreign tourists. The handicrafts, sold in the roadside shops make excellent souvenirs and memorabilia.

Bangles
One of the most popular items in the must buy list of tourists visiting Diu are the colourful and beautiful plastic bangles, polished on a buffing machine. A favorite among the local ladies, even the foreigners visiting Diu are known to indulge in extravagant purchases and are often seen with their hands adorned with dozens of these colourful bangles. Available in a variety of patterns, designs and sizes, the lovely ladies are so much in love with these accessories that even bargaining is sometimes compromised.

Dry Fruits
Dry fruits and spices are available at reasonable rates here and are of good quality. Plain, salted and masala cashew nuts are available here in abundance over here. Superior quality cashews are available for as less as Rs 300 per kilogram.

Custom Goods
One can find a number of electronic goods, slippers, toys, household appliances, gadgets at attractive prices in the markets of Diu. Foreign goods, customised according to the needs of the customers are available at attractive prices. There are an array of shops selling such goods, hauled up by the customs department, where tourists can engage in some window shopping.

Liquor
Diu is said to be a paradise for the booze lovers. Apart from restaurants with bars, there are also a number of wine shops, selling liquor varieties at very cheap prices. People from neighbouring cities throng here during weekends, specially to enjoy liquor at throwaway prices. The resorts are equipped with bars, offering the tourists elaborate wine and dine facilities.