Rajasthan

Rajasthan is a paradise for people who love ethnic and cultural products along with a modern blend. It is known for colorful trinkets, leather goods, spices and even royal jewelry. The state has made the world go gaga over its artistry, along with its splendid monuments that speak of a legendary past. People come here from across the world and make their way to home with double the baggage.

Major shopping destinations in Rajasthan are:-

Shopping Places in Jaipur

Also known as The Pink City – Jaipur is a paradise for the shopaholics and is among the popular shopping destinations, especially for people who want to take home souvenirs and traditional goods that flaunt Rajasthan’s ethnicity.Each and every corner of this city is beautified with colorful and ethnic handlooms, handicrafts and artifacts that will urge you to bag everything in your sight. In fact, when thinking of shopping in Rajasthan, Jaipur has to be in your priority list.

• 1. Johari Bazar – Shop for classic Jaipuri ornaments: Johari Bazar as the name depicts is a paradise for jewelry-lovers. It showcases some of the best jewelry collection in India, and will mesmerize your eyes with all the glitter. Not just gold but precious and semi-precious stones and gems – most of which are handmade is famous here. 

            Must-picks: Handmade jewelry

• 2. Bapu Bazar – One place, many choices: It is situated near Johari Bazar and Nehru Bazar, and is famous for Rajasthani textiles, handloom, accessories at a very reasonable priced so you don’t feel heavy on pocket.This colorful bazar is enveloped with pretty rustic-pink buildings, sprinkling the real magic of Pink City.

            Must-picks: Jaipuri textiles and handlooms

            Along with above mentioned, Sireh Deori Bazaar, Kishanpol Bazaar and Chandpol                       Bazaar also deserve a special mention. 

Shopping in Jodhpur

3. Clock Tower Market – The spices’ market: Clock Tower market is a famous place is Jodhpur known for selling spices of different kinds. However, antiques, handicrafts, flavored-teas, and clothings are worth a grab too. And yes, bargaining skills will come in handy.

            Must-picks: Spices

• 4. Nai Sarak – Take home the best of Rajasthani signature fabric, Bandhani: Shopping in Rajasthan isn’t complete, if you aren’t taking home any authentic tie and dye clothes (bandhani), the signature fabric print of Rajasthan and Gujarat. The prints are colorful and exhibit local artistry at its best.

            Must-picks: Bandhani suites, pagris and leather goods.

            Jodhpur is one of the coolest shopping destinations in Rajasthan with all the variety each             of the markets in Jodhpur offer. Along with the listed, we also recommend Mochi Bazar                 and Sojati Gate Market.

Shopping in Udaipur

5. Bada Bazar – One of the best shopping places in Rajasthan for everything: As the name suggests Bada Bazar (big bazar), this is the main market of Udaipur housing everything from showrooms to small vendors. When you’re visiting Bada Bazar, carry a big shopping bag along as you’ll find everything from Bandhani to antiques, available at reasonable to cheap prices.

            Must-picks: Leather goods, traditional jewelry and bandhani fabric

• 6. Hathi Pol Bazar – Pick lovely Rajasthani miniature paintings, perfect for home decor: It is famous for Rajasthani handicrafts and ethnic home decor items, especially intricate miniature paintings are the specialty of this market. The market is mainly full with more locals than tourists and the goods are available at reasonable rates. Still, a little bargaining never hurts.

            Must-picks: Traditional Rajasthani miniature paintings

            Jaisalmer is the perfect place to explore the authentic Rajasthani vibe. The local craftsmanship deserves all the praise, and this is the reason Jaisalmer happens to be a perfect place for shopping in Rajasthan.

• A desert city of Rajasthan and is well known for its bhujia, Bikaner is one of the shopping destinations in Rajasthan, especially because you’ll find lesser tourist crowd out here.
  • Must-picks: Bikaneri sweets and namkeen, handicrafts and camel-leather goods

     

    The holy city of Pushkar is known for its serene bathing ghats and exuberant Camel Fair. One of the popular places for shopping in Rajasthan, Pushkar is dotted with colorful stalls in every corner.

    • 10. Sadar Bazar – One of the most exciting Rajasthan shopping places: Sadar Bazar in Pushkar is famous for tribal jewelry made of silver and beads. Not just that there are many small and big shops that offer accessories, puppets, Hindu god idols, leatherware, textiles and a lot more.

                But before you kick start your shopping make a note to do the best at bargaining,                         especially if you’re white-skinned as the vendors tend to charge more in that case.

                Must-picks: Tribal jewelry, embroidery clothes and leatherware