Unveiling legacy: This Delhi's wedding card market has roots dating to Mughal era

A vendor told me that this market has been producing wedding cards and related goods for generations.

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Bhaskar Chakravorty
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Delhi is one of the world's most fascinating cities. Tucked away in its ancient sections is a unique market that is well-known across the globe. This market in Old Delhi is unique in that it is devoted to wedding cards and is home to both large merchants and smaller businesses.
This market has endured over centuries because it is rich in history.

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Even with everyone living in a digital age, there is still something special about handmade wedding cards. Tourists come here often to find a physical embodiment of their love story. With her twelve years of experience in this business, Ajay revealed some fascinating information. According to him, this is the largest wedding card market in Asia. According to Ajay, this market is unique in that it is focused only on wedding cards.

Heritage like no other

After 15 years of operation, Dipankar Jain revealed some amazing history. He said that this market was established over 300 years ago, during the Mughal era. He claims that this is where wedding cards and other such goods have been made for ages. He continued by saying that this market provided the metal needed to write letters, even in the days of kings and emperors. It is simple to visit this market. Simply get off the Yellow Line at the Chawri Bazaar Metro station. The market is close by when you exit through Gate No. 2; it is only a short stroll away. It is open daily from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm, so you can go whenever is most convenient for you.

Indian wedding = Grandure guaranteed 

In Indian weddings, the invitations offer an insight into the customs and rites. For the couple as well as their families, the patterns, hues, and symbols on the cards frequently have deep meaning. These features help visitors anticipate and understand the cultural importance of the impending festivities by providing them with a sneak peek at what the wedding will involve. 

Moreover, wedding invitation cards are seen as a way to express social standing and significance in India. They frequently have elaborate patterns, high-end materials, and fine craftsmanship to give them a striking appearance.