Anokhi

Unique and authentic fabrics, that's what you'll get when you visit Anokhi. The shop is loved by locals, which makes sense since the quality is superb. The shop only hires the most skilled craftsmen who create the beautiful fabrics by hand.

• Web:

  www.anokhi.com

• Address:

  Lilly Street, Fort Kochi, Cochin

• Phone:

  +91 484 312 7426

• Opening hours:

  Mon-Sun 10am-7pm

• More info:

  In June-July the shop is closed on Sunday

Bhima Jewels

In the mood for something sparkly? At Bhima, you can find a piece of jewellery for any occasion. The shop has been established almost a century ago, and has always been a favourite go-to place for the locals to buy precious accessories.

• Web:

  www.bhima.com

• E-mail:

  info.usp@bhima.com

• Address:

  Jos Junction, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Ernakulam, Cochin

• Phone:

  +91 484 237 8382

• Opening hours:

  Mon-Sun 10am-7.30pm

Centre Square Mall

You could spend an entire day at the Centre Square mall. Food courts, clothing shops, a cinema...and the list goes on. Due to its smaller size, it's less crowded, which makes for an even better shopping experience.

• Web:

  www.centresquarekochi.com

• E-mail:

  info@centresquarekochi.com

• Address:

  40/6972, Rajaji Junction, Mahatma Gandhi Road Shenoys, Cochin

• Phone:

  +91 484 404 1888

• Opening hours:

  Mon-Fri 10.30am-10pm, Sat-Sun 10.30am-10.30pm

Cochin Spice Market

The most exotic smells will lure you towards the Cochin Spice Market. The market is known for the infinite amount of spices on sale. You will find the common cinnamon and ginger, but also discover new spices you had never heard of before.

• Web:

  www.thespicemarket.in

• Address:

  Jew Town Road, Jew Town, Kappalandimukku, Mattancherry, Cochin

• Phone:

  +91 989 089 6416

• Opening hours:

  Mon-Sun 10am-6.30pm

Fabindia

"Celebrate India" is the place's motto, and that's exactly what they do. They sell the most beautiful traditional and contemporary Indian wear one can find. They use authentic Indian fabrics and designs and even traditional techniques to guarantee an authentic look.

• Web:

  www.fabindia.com

• E-mail:

  fort.cochin@fabindia.net

• Address:

  1/279 Napier Street, Fort Kochi, Cochin

• Phone:

  +91 484 645 6682

• Opening hours:

  Mon-Sun 10.30am-8.30pm

Kochi Books

The shop is filled with all sorts of books, ranging from comics to the old classics and much more. A huge variety is represented

• Web:

  www.kochibooks.com

• E-mail:

  sales@kochibooks.com

• Address:

  1/400 Princess Street, Fort Kochi, Cochin

• Phone:

  +91 484 221 8730

• Opening hours:

  Mon-Sun 8.30am-8.30pm