Shopping
in Jaipur is an amazing experience with its copious markets and shopping
hubs, the city procure to the needs and desires of every buyer. From
handicrafts to the most advance gadgets and accessory, Jaipur has everything
for the shoppers. The government runs shops and emporiums have strict
control over the prices at particular shops, one can also bargain the price
in different areas. The designers of Jaipur take specific care in
manufacturing the products and provide sufficient facilities for the
production and marketing of handicrafts that made the place eminent
throughout India and abroad.
Main Market
Stone and Jewelry : The main shopping hub of Jaipur is
Jauhari Bazaar, Badi Chaupar and MI Road. Jauhari Bazaar is famous for its
precious and semi-precious stone work. To see the skilled craftsmanship in
making ornaments and gem cutting its must to visit the workshops at
Jadiyon-ka-Rasta, Gopalji-ka-Rasta, Haldiyon-ka-rasta and the adjoining
lanes. Traditional tie and dye fabrics and textiles are also available here.
Tie and Dye : Jauhari Bazaar and Badi Chaupar and
Kishanpol Bazaar are famous shopping areas for tie and dye work and block
printed textiles. At Sanganer the cluster of shops deal in famous block
printed textiles therefore a visitor has a varied choice at bargain price.
Marble Carving : Chandpole Bazaar is the main center of
stone carving. Shops dealing in marble statuary are to be found here.
Jute and leather shoes : Ramganj Bazaar is famous for
its traditional embroidery leather footwear and marvelous jute work. The
products are in great demand in whole world.
Antiques : There are cluster of shops near Hawa Mahal
that deals in antique items.
Carpets and Brasswares : Carpets, brassware, blue
potters and other handicraft items are best displayed at the Rajasthali
emporium in MI Road.
Sanganer Village : Sanganer 40km. from Jaipur, is a
place known for its textile block printing, papermaking and Jaipur blue
pottery. This small town attracts lot of tourist from all over the world.
Lac Bangles : Maniharon-ka-Rasta in the Tripolia Bazaar
area specializes in lac bangles.
Indian Traditional Sweets : The tourist can also enjoy
the great Indian mouth watering sweets make from milk products, ghee and
sugar at various places, in fact every nook and corner of the city is
garnished with sweet shops. The LMB Hotel is one of the most famous dealers
of traditional sweets and savories.
Recommended shops
MI Road. Khadi Ghar, MI Road Rajasthan Handloom Project Board, at
Rajasthanli, Rajasthan Government Handicraft Emporium, Ajmeri Gate, MI Road.
