Introduction
The state, that is Rajasthan, is famous all over the world for its unique
culture and traditions. The medieval period, especially the last few
centuries, have left an incredible impression upon the coming generations.
The arts and crafts, monuments, traditional practices and the distinctive
outlook gives it an identity of its own. One can bring home a good
experience and some great souvenirs from this popular state. Exquisite
furniture, leather products, pottery, metal craft, textiles, jewellery are
some of the treasures you can buy from the markets of Rajasthan.
Best Shopping Places In Rajasthan
The popular artifacts and antiquities, though available at large in the
state, but every city or town has some artifacts or antiquity which accounts
for the speciality of its markets. Different cities as such are known to
provide different articles. Some of the best markets and shopping places are
located in the following cities :
Jaipur : The silver
and gold work of Jaipur is quite famous. The popular markets also sell
bangles, precious and semi precious stones, carpets and enamel work.
Sanganer and Bagru, two small towns in the region are known for block
printing and dye works. The blue pottery of Jaipur is also famous.
Ajmer - Pushkar :
These places provide quality leather products. Embroidery works and
ornamentation are popular throughout the region. Popular shopping places
include Purani Mandi, Naya Bazar, Station Road, Nala Bazar, etc.
Bikaner
: The speciality of the Bikaner are camel hides, carpets made of camel
and sheep wool, wood and leather articles. Some of the best places to shop
here are Cottage Industries Institute, Station Road and King Edward Memorial
Road.
Jaisalmer : Best
buys at Jaisalmer include woolen shawls, wooden boxes and jewellery articles
made in silver and handicrafts. Best places to buy are Manak Chowk, Sonaron
Ka Bas, Khadi Gramudyog Emporium.
Jodhpur : Footwear
is the one of the important article on sale in the popular markets of
Jodhpur. Leather shoes, sandals and musical instruments fill up the stores
at Jodhpur. Main shopping areas are Sojati Gate, Tripolia Bazar, Lakhara
Bazar.
Udaipur : The shops
at Udaipur offer a wide variety of goods and articles. Best buys include
tie-and-dye fabrics, hand painted fabric, miniature paintings, silver
jewellery and folk toys. The best places to buy at are regions around Lake
Palace Road and Jagdish Temple.
