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Shopping Specialities
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Marble Work: Vrindavan is famous for marble and
alabaster products. Some objects are embossed with semi-precious stones or
synthetic gems.
Glass Bangles: Heading through the network of narrow streets that
start from Vishram Ghat leads to a row of bangle shops in the Radha Dhiraj
Bazaar. Mathura is noted for lovely glass beads, stringing glass and
wooden beads in necklaces together with Rudraksha (sacred seeds associated
with Lord Shiva) and Tulsi (basil) in a variety of interesting
combinations.
Milk Based-Sweets: Mathura, the land of cows, is famed for its
milk-based sweetmeats. A variety of mouth-watering savouries, especially ‘peda’
are a well-known specialty of the town.
ENTERTAINMENT
Boat Rides:
Boats for river excursions can be rented at the Vishram ghat.