Shopping in Klang’s Little India

If you want to get into the Deepavali mood, head to “Little India” in Klang for the food, sound, bargains and sights.

Ajuntha Textiles, Jalan Tengku Kelana

Good bargains await within, but you’d have to go through each rack. Check out the collection of sequinned sarees on the left as you enter. There is also a large stock of prayer items at the right side of the entrance.

Chennai Silk, Jalan Istana

This Indian textile shop is housed within a beautiful white colonial building. Its spacious interior allows for long hours of browsing. There are kiddy rides keep active tots occupied and entertained. A henna artist also offers her services at the entrance.

Asoka Restaurant, Jalan Tengku Kelana

Fluffy thosai with coconut chutney and melt-in-your-mouth gulab jamuns make this place a favourite tea time spot. For something more substantial, there is a full buffet upstairs where banana leaf lunches are served on silver trays. Try the milk tea.

Gayathiri, Jalan Tengku Kelana

Another saree and Indian costume haven! Look out for the deejay at the entrance — his witty jokes are a sure fire way to bring on the smiles.

Deepbas Beauty Centre, Jalan Tengku Kelana

Bell-bottom children’s suits! Whatever will they think of next? This pattern, according to the tailor, is an original design and can only be found at Deepbas. A full suit starts from RM50 but a good discount is always negotiable.

RMC, Jalan Tengku Kelana

In case you’re wondering, RMC stands for Raman Music Center. In addition to the latest in Indian music, movies and chants, you’d also find greeting cards bearing images of Bollywood celebrities.

Shanmuga Vilas, Jalan Tengku Kelana

Idli steamers, tiffin carriers and stainless steel and brass vessels can be found in this quaint nook. Therea are also statues for devotional and decorative purposes.

Sri Vidhya Publications, Jalan Pulasan

A good place for finding books by Indian authors. Subjects cover interesting topics like metaphysical science and there also is the Ramayana epic in comic form. Interesting titles on Indian sages and everyday living are also available in Tamil and English.

Mydin, Jalan Tengku Kelana

The wholesale giant’s location is to pick up everyday items. As practiced in other outlets, you’d have to leave your shopping and bulky handbags at the counter before stepping in. Take note that they don’t hold on to wet stuff like fish and vegetables so do your marketing later.

Fortune telling, Jalan Tengku Kelana

Most of the 20 odd fortune ­tellers here rear trained green parrots who will pick out the tarot cards and finish off with a high five by lifting one of its legs. Take note that palm and tarot readings are charged within RM12 to RM15.