Shopping in Jaipur is a must, just because of the variety and cultural richness, the markets has to offer. Jaipur is renowned for its many famous handloom items and crafts. The famous shopping spots are Rajasthali (the Rajasthan Government showroom on MI Road), Johari Bazaar, MI road, Nehru Bazaar, Bapu Bazaar, and stalls at Bari and Choti Chaupurs. The markets are generally closed on Sundays. The best time of the year for shopping in Jaipur is October-February.
Rajasthali is the flagship brand of the handicrafts marketing wing of The Rajasthan Small Industries Corporation Ltd. (RSIC), a Government of Rajasthan Undertaking. It is committed to promote the handicrafts of the colourful state of Rajasthan, the brand provides a marketing umbrella to the artisans to showcase their craftsmanship and sell their wares without fear of being fleeced by the middlemen. At ‘Rajasthali’ you are brought closer to an extravaganza of handcrafted products such as textile, furniture, blue pottery, terracotta pottery, paintings, silver and lac jeweller, etc. among many other traditional products from various corners of the desert state. The Rajasthani craft industry is iconic to the identity of India with many of its styles reaching the international market. With every purchase you make through ‘Rajasthali’ you contribute to the development and promotion not just of Rajasthan, but also help showcase the rich heritage of our country.
Maniharon Ka Rasta is for all those who are looking for lac jewellery. And if you are interested in traditional ethnic jewellery in general, Johari Bazaar is the place to be at. The variety is tremendous and the collection is always the latest blend of modern trend and traditional culture and everything just about ready to go with both Indian and Western attire. While jewellery is the main attraction, sindoor holders, table tops, mirror frmaes, paan and betel nut boxes along with marvelous collection of home decor items are among the buys here.
Bapu Bazar and Nehru Bazar are markets where one can purchase textiles, local perfumes, sarees, pashmina, shawls and shoes made of camel skin. Textile range from hand – block prints, tie and dye and embroidered fabrics for which Rajasthan is known worldwide. Sanganer which is on the outskirts of the city is the prime centre for block – makers and printers with the chief colours being orange and red with floralprints in yellow and blue – black. They all combine together to to give an excellent look.
Stalls at Bari Chaupur are famous for their silver-ware and the market on MI Road offer a range of home decor items. Tripolia Bazar and Chura Rasta have textile and utensil shops, trinkets and all kinds of goods made of iron.
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