When someone mentions Chandni Chowk, you hear, “Biryanis, clothing, sweets, bangles, souvenirs”, right? But, there’s one iconic place in Old Delhi that smells of books and books only. We are talking about Nai Sarak, one of the oldest and grandest book markets in Daryaganj, a must-visit for students, educators, and avid readers.
It is amazing to discover the place on your casual detour, but do you know what the best thing is? Knowing all about the Nai Sarak Book Market and visiting it on one of your Delhi trips. And you know what is more exciting? It is finding a line of bookshops just around the corner of the street and still knowing where to get which book if you are in the mood for shopping.
Well, you are just in the right place for that kind of information. However, note that Nai Sarak is not the kind of place where you will find Dan Brown or Harry Potter. It is strictly a students’ hub where you can get all kinds of educational and course books at wholesale prices. Scroll on!
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Nai Sarak Book Market: Why is the market famous?
The Nai Sarak Book Market was set up somewhere in the 1970s, when publishers and booksellers from Lahore and other parts of the country shifted their offices to Daryaganj, thus establishing one of the biggest book markets in the country – Nai Sarak.
Nai Sarak Book Market: How to reach the market?
You can take the metro, a bus or a cab to reach Nai Sarak Book Market on Nai Sarak Road. The nearest metro station is Chandni Chowk Metro (599 metres away). You can even get down at the Chawri Bazar Metro Station and hire a cycle rickshaw to get you to Nai Sarak.
You can also take either of these buses that stop at the Nai Sarak Road – 164, 419, 502, 144A2, 790A2, 729, 402CL, and 951.
And yes, you can always take a cab from anywhere in Delhi to reach the Nai Sarak Road.
Nai Sarak Book Market: Timings
The Nai Sarak weekly book market is open from 11 AM to 8 PM on weekdays and Saturdays. On Sunday, however, the market is closed.
Nai Sarak Book Market: List of bookshops
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While you can explore the place and get your textbooks from renowned booksellers there, the following guide will help you save some time.
Ashoka Book Depot
Besides academic and educational course books, the Ashoka Book Depot also houses a range of the latest thrillers, fiction novels and comics. It has a 4.6 rating on Google because of its amazing services to avid readers of Delhi and beyond. You can also call the store to enquire if they deliver books at home, a service that many bookstores in the area offer.
Nawnit Book Depot
Established in 2011, the Nawnit Book Depot is a relatively new store that offers educational and some recreational books at pocket-friendly rates. You can pay for your purchase through multiple payment modes here besides cash.
Aggarwal Book Centre
This renowned bookseller is open from 11 in the morning to 8 in the evening, six days a week. Call them at +91 95829 19691 to enquire about any particular course book, as they are known to be very helpful regarding such queries.
Gian Book Depot
The Gian Book Depot in Nai Sarak is well known for its extensive collection of science and knowledge books and yes, medical books. Fiction books are not available here, so novel readers can skip this. But if you are looking for general knowledge books or any book related to medical courses, this is one of the best sellers in Nai Sarak for the same.
College Book Store
A reputed book store in the Nai Sarak Book Market, the College Book Store is a one-stop destination for college and university students to get their academic fill. The shop offers a range of text and reference books at mind-blowing prices. It doesn’t matter what stream of studies you are pursuing. They have books for each and all.
New Book Centre
Are you looking for books related to your board exams? The New Book Centre is one of the best places to buy ICSE and ISC textbooks and reference materials. It is open from 11.00 AM to 7.30 PM every day, except Sundays.
Vikas Prakashan
Established in 1960, it is one of the oldest booksellers in Nai Sarak, which is also open for a half day on Sundays. You can get everything from non-fiction to fiction books at this store, so do not forget to visit while exploring the Nai Sarak Book Market. In business for 63 years, the seller offers exemplary customer service. If you need to make enquiries, you can call them at 011 2391 9027 beforehand and get your queries resolved.
Universal Book Stall
Again, a renowned stall for medical books, the Universal Book Stall is one of the most-visited stores in the Nai Sarak Book Market. You can get all kinds of medical books here, including dentistry and similar courses. They are also known to deliver books on the same date. So make it a point to talk to the shopkeeper about their delivery services.
Nai Sarak Book Market: Restaurants near the market
If you get hungry while exploring, you can check into one of the popular eateries around the place, namely Nataraj Dahi Bhalla Corner, Shri Ganga Bhojnalaya, and Kake Di Hatti.
FAQs
How to visit the Nai Sarak Book Market from Vasant Kunj?
You can take a cab and reach Nai Sarak in about 50 minutes via NH 48.
What are some stores where I can get engineering books in Nai Sarak?
The All India Book House in Nai Sarak is a hub for engineering students. You can also drop into the Sagar Book Depot.
Where can I get books for my class 12 board exams?
The Shyam Book Depot and the Madaan Book House can help you.
What is the nearest metro station to Nai Sarak?
The Chandni Chowk metro station is about 600 metres from Nai Sarak Book Market, while the Lal Quila metro station is about 1.2 km.
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