A jewelry enthusiast will travel far and wide for the best kind of precious wear there is. Here is a short list on some of the best places to visit for this kind of shopping.
Santa Fe, New Mexico- think of the richness of a culture that blends the Hispanic way of life with the beauty and power of the Native American traditions. The resultant jewelry is nothing short of spectacular. The best place for this is downtown. Head to the Plaza of the Governors, a government program and feast on the created by government-certified vendors from all over the state. You’re sure to find iconic turquoise jewellery along with other treasures. This is a great place to pick up native, traditional wear.
The Gold Souk, Dubai- if you’re a gold fan, you’d surely have heard, even visited the famous gold souk in Dubai. It’s a treasure trove, a shiny sparkling place filled with this yellow metal that’s staggering in the sheer amount of gold jewelry that’s on display. It’s a covered market which is a welcome respite from the heat. The gold sold here goes through stringent tests at The Dubai Central Laboratories. Look out for stores with this certification. For starters, Taiba and Damas are great places to safely spend your money.
Geneva, Switzerland- why do people travel to Geneva if not for another fabulous piece of jewelry- the watch. This city is known for its watches and you can find pretty much anyone that you’re looking for. While here, check out Piaget, The Tiffany & Co. store, Bucherer and Expace Temps. Walk along Rue des Paquis and Rue du Mont Blanc and enjoy all the pieces of art that are on display here.
Paris, France- seldom does a city shout elegance and richness like Paris does. Home to legendary brands Chanel and LV, the city is also great for cutting-edge and eccentric pieces of jewelry. The flea markets of the city live in comfortable co-existence with the high-end stores on Avenue Montaigne. If you want one-of-a-kind jewelry, head down to 3rd Arrondissment, Canal Saint-Martin and Saint-Germain-des- Prés. So whether it is super elite or super folk, Paris will offer you both kinds, with comfort.
India – Indians are some of the biggest consumers of gold in the world and it’s no wonder that couple of the best stores for jewellery in the world are here. Go to Hyderabad for beautiful pearls, Jaipur for its gems and its really stunning Gem Palace. This is a work place and once you step in, you can watch skilled craftspeople at work.
Tokyo, Japan- pearls and the world of jewellery have a never-ending love affair. No one does it better than Kokichi Mikimoto and his brand, Mikimoto. His stores are in multiple locations in the world, but it all started in Tokyo. The collection uses from Tahiti and the South Sea. Apart from this, there are white and pink conch pearls too. Every piece of Mikimoto jewellery is made with platinum and 18k gold. But what’s also admirable is how the brand also uses cultured pearls in its jewelry.
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