Crawford Market

Crawford Market is situated to the north of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus of Mumbai. It lies just opposite to the headquarters of Mumbai Police. Officially known as Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Market, Crawford Market is counted amongst the popular shopping areas of the city. The market has been named after Arthur Crawford, the first Municipal Commissioner of Mumbai. The construction of the market building was completed in 1869. One of the main features of the building is the Clock Tower, which is adorned with beautiful Victorian carvings. The exteriors of Crawford Market stand adorned with wall paintings, which depict the images of Indian farmers in wheat fields.

Among the most vibrant markets in the city that jostles with life and enthusiasm, Crawford market offers an exciting shopping experience for all those who love to splurge. It is famous for its wholesale fruits, fresh vegetables and poultry market. There are certain stalls that sell smuggled cheese and chocolate. Moreover, it is also known for its meat and poultry stalls, which provide a wide variety to the customers at reasonable rates. The market is in the center of a whole network of lanes where you can pick up almost anything. One can marvel the grand architecture of this covered market that has a striking colonial imprint to it. The market is nestled between the British fort and the local town. One should always do bargain to get best deals, although items are already at discounted rate here.