Mallika Bazar: A Burst of Colors and Life
Nestled on the banks of the Hooghly River, Mallika Bazar, or Mullick Ghat Flower Market, is a vibrant and bustling marketplace that comes to life at the break of dawn. Established over 165 years ago, this market is a paradise for flower lovers and photographers alike.
As the first rays of sunlight pierce the sky, the market awakens with a symphony of colors, sounds, and scents. Thousands of wholesalers, farmers, and middlemen converge here, bringing fresh flowers from farmlands across the region. The market is a chaotic yet fascinating sight, with vendors passionately bartering and selling their colorful wares.
Mallika Bazar is not just a local market; it supplies flowers to businesses and events across Kolkata and even internationally to places like Amsterdam, Dubai, and Auckland. The market is an integral part of Kolkata's cultural fabric, playing a crucial role in various religious ceremonies, weddings, and festivals.
Visitors to Mallika Bazar are treated to a sensory overload of vibrant garlands, fragrant blooms, and the lively chatter of vendors and customers. It's a place where tradition meets commerce, and the beauty of nature is celebrated in all its glory.
