Maya General Store

If you walk down Bhatiyani Chohata Main Road, you’ll find us at number 131. Maya General Store is right in the heart of things. Because we’re on the main road, we get a mix of locals and tourists who are just passing through the old city. It’s a busy spot, especially in the evenings when everyone is out for a stroll. We sell a bit of everything, from soap and shampoo to local snacks and bottled water. The shelves go all the way up to the ceiling, so I have to use a wooden stool to reach the stuff on the top. It’s a bit of a maze inside with all the boxes piled up in the corners. The street noise is always there, horses, bikes, and people talking loudly. I usually sit near the entrance so I can see who’s coming in. My wife helps out in the mornings before she goes to run her own errands. We’ve had this shop for a long time, and the wooden counters are worn smooth from years of use and cleaning. Sometimes the neighbors come in just to talk about the weather or what’s happening in the market. We don't have any fancy displays, just the goods sitting out where people can see them. It gets dusty quickly with the open door, so there’s a lot of sweeping to do every single morning. It’s just a normal day at 131 Bhatiyani Chohata, keeping the neighborhood supplied with what they need. We usually close up once the street lights come on and the crowd thins out.