Prince Silk Palace

Prince Silk Palace may not appeal to the budget-conscious traveler as it tends to deal mostly with affluent charter tourist groups or on a commission basis with touts and guides who convince travelers to visit their 'uncle's shop. It is recommended to enter this shop as a walk-in and preferably without the accompaniment of a guide; this way you won't be paying 30% extra for the guide's commission charges. Raw silk, fine silk, leather silk, Gandhi silk, silk pashminas, ties, scarves and bed covers are all on offer. The portly owner who goes by the name of Prince will set you down on his cushioned floors and unfurl an array of sheets, shawls or sarees before you. Prince offers good options for those wanting to take home a piece of the famed Benarasi silk works.