SOLAPUR

Akkalkot Market is located near the Akkalkot Swami Samarth Maharaj Mandir in Solapur district. It offers religious items, local snacks, and fruits. The market is especially crowded during festivals and yatras.

Barshi Market in Solapur district is known for its agricultural produce and handcrafted items. It provides a variety of goods that are commonly used by locals.

Begam Peth is known for its variety of women’s clothing, including sarees, dresses, lehengas, and kurtis. The area attracts many shoppers, especially during Ramadan when a special Meena Bazaar is held for ten days from the area's Police Chowki to Begam Peth.

Bhagwat Market is located near Siddheshwar Mandir. It offers Maharashtrian clothing such as Paithani sarees and Puneri Pagadi, as well as textiles, handicrafts, and accessories.

Bhande Galli at Tilak Chowk specializes in utensils. Various types of utensils are available in one place, making it convenient for shoppers.

Bhuikot Fort Market is situated near Bhuikot Fort in Solapur. It sells antiques, utensils, and locally produced agricultural products.

Darbi Cloth Market is the largest cloth market in Maharashtra. It offers cotton, denim, silk fabrics, clothes, and footwear. The market caters to both wholesale and retail needs. A section called the "White House Department" specializes in top-quality white fabrics.

Laxmi Market, also known as Victoria Market, is located in South Kasba, Solapur. It has been in existence for over a century. The market is known for selling Solapur's signature shenga chutney, bhakri, pickles, and other traditional products. Inside the market, "Laxmi Mandai" is a section where fresh vegetables are sold. The market structure is 40-50 years old and has been restored as part of Solapur’s smart city initiatives. The sitting area in Laxmi Mandai is elevated, a historical feature from the past when visitors arrived on horseback.

Mangalwar Bazar, also known as the Tuesday Market, is among the busiest markets in Solapur. It offers a variety of goods, including clothing, electronics, and agricultural tools. The market has been in existence since the late 19th century and is located near Kanna Chowk and Kotam Chowk. It operates from early morning to late evening. A section called "chor bazar" specializes in second-hand goods such as speakers and mobile phones. The fish market within the bazaar operates daily. Historically, the area is referred to as Madhavrao Peth, as documented in old records.

Navi Peth, located at Mechanic Chowk in Murarji Peth, Solapur city, has many shops selling footwear, clothing, snacks, electronics, and street fashion. The area is known for its affordable prices and attracts many young shoppers.

Saraf Katta is known for its gold jewelry. Established in 1940, S.V. Nimbale Saraf is a well-known store in Mangalwar Peth, Solapur. Several jewelry shops in the area offer a variety of designs at competitive prices.

Shivaji Market is located near Siddheshwar Mandir in Solapur. It sells vegetables, fruits, spices, and other daily essentials.

Shukrawar Peth has traditionally been a significant market area in Solapur. It extends from Hajumai to Manik Chowk and from Manik Chowk to Bhandemalli. Prominent merchants such as Malge, Kalyani, Ghongde Ligade, and Sayandire were associated with this market. During the Peshwa rule, transactions were conducted using Mongli coins. The market operates mainly on Fridays and offers Paithani sarees, everyday fabrics, ethnic jewelry, and traditional ornaments. Various household and decorative items are also available.

Solapur Bhaji Mandai is known for its fresh produce and spices. The market offers locally grown fruits such as pomegranates and grapes, which are major exports from the region. A variety of spices is also available.

Solapur Bhuyari Market, or Bhuyari Bazaar, is believed to date back to the early 20th century. It was originally known for agricultural produce and livestock trading. Over time, it became known for Solapuri chaddars, towels, and bed sheets. Solapur's terry towels have earned a Geographical Indication Tag (GI), creating a local weaving tradition, power-loom industry, and export trade. The textiles sold here are crafted by skilled artisans who have passed down their expertise through generations.