Certainly, every soul adores flowers, that's one thing.
But an entire market dedicated to selling flowers separately?
Until I went to visit one of the largest flower market in Calcutta during my first India trip.
On my 2nd day of India-trip, my host told me "Buckle up, let's go for a little walk and show you one of the largest flower markets!"
All I could think at that moment is "Such a boring plan! What is there to see in a flower market!"
Did I come all the way from another country, to visit a flower market!?
Until I saw the fascinating demonstration of that light word!
I was literally bewildered by experiencing the massive level of business standard of the MERE flower market and its demand!
I mean, come on!
For one second think that you are unaware of such existence.
And ponder, how many flowers do people need daily in general!?
To such an extent of growing a massive, dedicated market, needless to mention exceptionally profitable too!
Even though the market doesn't look all flashy, it was like abig mage
No matter which side or corridor you choose to walk in, it would feel like a never-ending.
And all those dazzling beauty of colourful flowers and fragrances!
As ridiculous as it sounds, I was craving to jump inside that stack and I am sure I could have easily hidden, it is that huge!
At the edge of the market, there are some flower shops as well with fancy designed flowers bouquet.
Mostly for religious worships and rituals.
I can understand India having this kind of flower market though.
Because the majority here are Hindu. And flowers are an important part of their religious daily ritual.
But heaven I cannot quite comprehend a country like China or some other countries having equally or far too enormous flower business!
I mean flower is not something you import-export or preserve for long!
Wherever a flower is needed, it is required absolutely fresh, new, and authentic!
Well!
I visited it twice, though I missed to see the Pick hour
There is a certain time of day when the market blooms and flourish at the maximum.
What I captured is like that of nearly dead flower at the end of a sunny day!
On our way back my host too bought some literal massive amounts of flowers, as a part of the daily ritual!
I still do wish, if I visit India next time, I must see the market in its full blossom!
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