Street Market

A street market is one of the types of retailing outlet which is traditionally set up in a market place and is held on particular days of the week. It is generally an outdoor market found on street corners although similar markets can also be found in large enclosed spaces. Many countries across the world have street markets especially in small towns and suburb areas. In various Asian countries like India, Nepal, Malaysia the street markets are located in large market squares where both locals and tourists flock to make a variety of purchases.

The concept of a Street market is also quite common in European countries like London and Greece. Some of the popular London Street markets are Camden Market, East Street Market, Berwick Street Market and the Portobello Road Market among several others.

A street market usually comprises of many stalls which are arranged in rows and sell a variety of goods raging from clothes, cosmetics and shoes to various household items, gifts, and other miscellaneous items. At a typical street market or flea market you will find customers bargaining with shopkeepers over various items. Most goods at these kind of markets are available at prices lower that regular markets. In countries like Hong Kong the street markets are held all days of the week with the exception of traditional Chinese holidays. There are all kings of street markets in Hong Kong like market for clothing, fresh foods, cooked food items, flowers, as well as electronic goods. Some Hong Kong street markets such as Tung Choi Street and Apliu Street are also major tourist attractions.

In Greece the street market is known as “laikes agores” which means people's market and is common all over the country including the capital, Athens, and its suburbs. The weekly street markets in Greece are mostly held in the mornings and sell fresh fruits, vegetables, fish and flowers and plants. There is also an annual street market held in Greece which is called ‘panigyri’ and takes place in the evenings. There are many other places across the world where similar markets are held and people have a great time finding goods and products at throw away prices. In India, street markets are popular in most of the cities and small towns. These markets attract numerous tourists coming to India from all over the world.

There are many other kinds of retailing outlets besides the street market and these include departmental stores, retail chains, van retailing, warehouse club, supermarket and many more. With so many supermarkets springing up in big cities and towns all over the world the popularity of street market is slowly declining. However in some places the traditional street market has still managed to retain its charm for many customers despite the new trend of supermarket and mall shopping.

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