Shopping in malls and departmental stores is pleasing shopping experience, but the amount of joy that one experiences at the local markets is unsurpassed. The range of products, variety, and the pleasure that bargaining bestows is so much of fun, especially for shopaholics. Such fun can be experienced in traditional markets, only. Nevertheless, to make your shopping experience easy, the Jaipur markets are listed below:

Johari bazaar

Market’s specialty: Gems & Jewels (precious & semi-precious stones)

This specific market is loaded with number of jewelers and that’s the reason it is called ‘Johari bazar’. Johari is a Hindi term, which means ‘jeweler’. Jaipur jewelry, reflects the perennial presence of royalty, and specializes in colors. Tantalizing jewelry from this royal the city awestruck’s spectators round the globe. Be it a fashion show or a traditional occasion, Jaipur ornaments can accentuate any dress, and can please any women.

The market is loaded with number of sellers, silversmiths, trading Gold, silver, diamond, precious stones (emerald, ruby), pearl, and semi-precious stone (turquoise, amethyst, quartz),etc. Jaipur is also known as emerald city, for its production of emerald. One can definitely get astound and amazed to see such an immense compilation of jewelry and silversmiths. Make sure that you buy from a reliable vendor and are aware of the authenticity of the product you buy. Certified gems and jewels are advisable.

Bapu bazaar & Nehru bazaar

Market’s specialty:  Hand-printed textiles (tie & die)

The entire market is loaded with traditional and hand crafted stuffs, ranging from dress material, bed sheets, cushions, to mojaries (camel leather shoes), bangles, etc. Hand printed fabric from Jaipur is globally recognized, manufactured in Sanganer, and is fluttering on numerous stores that the market resides.

Bed sheet, cushion covers, dress material of hand printed textile are exclusive and in demand throughout the year since centuries. Specially, bapu bazaar is a treasure-trove for tie-&-die and hand printed textile, where you can find enormous compilation of products. You can also discover a number of shops with camel leather products and mojaries, which are made of camel leather, are very soft and beautifully adorned with zari work and beads. This is the main market, known for shopping knick-knacks and traditional stuff. The kiosks at the roadside are best to buy products on reasonable prices, where you can get your hands on miniature traditional artifacts.

Kishanpole Bazaar

Market’s specialty:  Wooden furniture & decorative

Wooden furniture is specialty of Kishanpole bazaar. Royal and authentic furniture and wooden artifacts from this city are renowned for their intricate work, boasting high quality. Mesmerizing art pieces of wooden decorative are mainly exported, such as camel, elephants, birds, puppets, decorated jewelry boxes, along with wooden tables and chairs. Exquisite creations of Bhandej textile is yet another specialty of this market, which are also identified as tie & dye fabric, liked by natives and visitors for its vibrant colors. The market houses many stores displaying the fabric, hand printed and popular for skilled craftsmanship of artisans from Chippa Mohalla, bringing many designs live on the cotton fabric.

Badi Chaupar

Market’s specialty: Quilts, Mozaries, Hand-bags.

The entire market is loaded with number of sellers, traditional artifacts, Jaipur quilts, ethnic jewelry, mojaries & other camel leather products, lac bangles, etc. The renowned monument Hawa Mahal is situated near the market, and is a hub for tourist. This specific market gives that actual feel that Jaipur offers. Alleyway adorned with colorful and traditional stuffs attracts spectator.

M.I. Road

Market’s specialty: Jewelry Emporiums, Retail Outlets.

This bustling thoroughfare houses emporiums, jewelers, book stores, retail stores for various brands, hotels, restaurants, ice cream parlor, florists, and many more stores that are worth a visit. A tourist can stack the bags from this market only, as you can find almost all it here. The famous government emporium Rajasthali is located on the same lane. The jewelers and the emporium scattered here are the real treasure troves, you can find blue pottery items, silver jewelry, precious and semi-precious jewelry, gold & diamond jewelry. Most of the popular jewelers are located here, and if you strive for food, you can also relish lip-smacking delicacies of Rajasthan.

Maniharon Ka Rasta

Market’s specialty: Lacquer or Lac bangles

The market houses stores, stocked with traditional lac bangles. This place serves to be the ultimate destination for natives to buy the authentic and beautiful products of lac. Also known as Lacquer bangles are manufactured in various colors and designs, showcasing intricate detailing done by the master craftsman. These bangles are adorned with various precious and semi-precious stones, small glass pieces, etc.

Khajanewalon Ka Rasta

Market’s specialty: Marble sculptures

Also known as moorti bazaar, Khajanewalon ka rasta is an abode for number of marble carvers. The allure of marble is such that it stays alive forever, one of the biggest exemplary of it is The Taj Mahal, reckoned as the seventh wonder of the world.

Jaipur’s famous monuments are renowned all over for their magnetism, for instance, Birla mandir, which is visited by numerous people each day, still sparkling and shining. Today, you can easily discover the usage of marble sculptures and artifacts in architectural designs. Superior quality of marble is transformed into fountains, table tops, decorative items, birds, animals (elephants, camels, horses), marble tiles for the floor, bath ware, kitchen ware, etc. Marble hand crafted products share a big chunk of export these days.
 

Tripolia Bazaar and Chaura Rasta

Market’s specialty: Book stores & Eye wears

Located near Chhoti Chaupar, Tripolia bazaar is one market that is best to shop for products like utensils, ironware, blankets, carpets, furniture, trinkets, etc.

Moreover, Chaura rasta is known for its book stores, compilation of publications may help you find your favorite, or the one that you are searching for.

Shopping in Jaipur is said that it never ends. Shop until you drop!! People from round the world find Jaipur as the finest manufacturer and exporter of handicraft products and jewelry.

Traditional One-stop shops:
 

• Rajasthan Government Handicraft Emporium (Rajasthali)
• Khadi Gram Udyog
 

• Rajasthan Government Handicrafts Emporium (Rajasthali):

Rajasthan Government Handicrafts Emporium or Rajasthali is a place that compiles all the desired stuff ranging from traditional handicraft products to all modern day creations. This one-stop-shop can help you to look onto the entire range that the city offers. Be it small wooden key chains or huge sized authentic carpets, Rajasthali boasts them all. Situated at MI road, it facilitates the visitors and tourists to explore the entire market in comfort, away from all the hustle bustle that the alley of market encompass.

• Khadi Gram Udyog Bhandar:

Beside the market you can find Khadi stores scattered round the city. The organic textile known from the Gandhi era is still in fashion, and is loved by people for its medicinal properties and comfort. These stores not only stock apparels, but also compile a whole range of handmade natural and herbal products like soaps, incense sticks, shampoos, spices, etc.

Khadi Gram Udyog stores are situated at numerous destinations:

Adarsh Nagar, Raja park, Jaipur
Saraswati Marg, bajaj nagar, Jaipur
Tonk road, Jaipur