There are some cities that leave you bedazzled, some make you fall in love, some cities amaze while some inspire. And then there is a city like Jaipur; it captivates, mesmerizes and resonates within you. Its cobbled streets, houses lined with a dash of pink, the aura of the Rajputana and the culture that has bred over thousands of years leaves us moved. There is so much you could absorb in this city; and something extremely eccentric with Jaipur- its array of textiles and art! Shopping in Jaipur is one of the therapeutic experiences that will complete your sojourn in the pink city. And while we are at that, here are the top 14 recommendations for a perfect retail therapy in Jaipur: 1. PM Allah Buksh and Sons Where: M.I. Road What: Running since 1880, a vintage store offering exquisite variety of hand-graved enamelware and brassware. Antique metalwork is a must-buy here! Starting Price: 800 INR 2. Gem Palace Where: MI Road What: A heritage jewellery store belonging to the Kasliwal family, the gem palace operates since 1852. Perfect amalgamation of the old and the contemporary designs in jewellery that will make you feel like a Royale. Starting Price: On Request 3. Kishanpole Bazaar Where: Kishanpole Bazaar Road, parallel to Baba Harish Chand Marg and Chaura Rasta What: Antique ornamental items, textiles and intricately carved wooden furniture. The wooden art pieces like elephants, camels, birds, puppets and jewellery boxes exhibit excellent craftsmanship. Starting Price: 200 INR 4. Bapu Bazaar Where: Located between Sanganeri Gate and New Gate What: A vibrant market and hangout selling authentic Rajasthani designs on textiles, Mojaris, products made from camel skin and perfumes. Churan (digestive powder) and Suparis (mouth fresheners) are a must-pick Starting Price: 50 INR 5. Riddhi Siddhi Textiles Where: Laxmi Nath Chowk What: What may appear as an ordinary textile shop, this one is replete of stunning designs in Afgani clutches, block-print fabric kurtas and bed-throws with beautiful embroidery. Starting Price: 200 INR 6. Chameliwala Bazaar Where: MI Road What: A dazzling market full of stores selling silver jewellery, silver idols, precious and semi-precious stones. Maneeka, HK gems is are stores you shouldn’t miss! Starting Price: 500 INR 7. Jaipur Blue Pottery Art Center Where: Amber Road What: A glimpse of a Turkish bazaar in Jaipur, this place offers artefacts, beads, plates in ceramic, miniature paintings, carved marble urlis and handicrafts. Starting Price: 280 INR 8. Badi Chaupar Where: Manak Chowk What: An important city square and a bustling market place for local artisans, jewellers and craftsmen, Badi Chaupar offers diverse range of attractive Mojaris, lac and Jaipur bangles and striking Salwar-Suits. Starting Price: 50 INR 9. Busy Bazaar Where: Link Road What: Bed Covers and Salwar-Suit materials in Sanganeri prints, bagru prints and batik prints. Bhandej suits are a must-pick. Starting Price: 500 INR 10. Saurashtra Impex Where: Amber Road What: Fine tribal clothing, vintage designs, Lucknowi chikankari, collaged bed-spreads, white cotton blouses and chic tote bags; Saurashtra Impex is all about wonderful textiles crafted to perfection! Starting Price: 50 INR 11. Johari Bazaar Where: Johari Bazar street What: The heaven of tie-and-die fabrics and Jadao jewellery, Johari Bazar is where you will find some of them best leheriya sarees. Buy a plain saree and adorn it with the embroidered blouses and borders. Best known for wedding shopping, the jewel-toned fabric has panache that won’t go unnoticed. Jaipuri quilts are a must-buy. Starting Price: 500 INR 12. Gopal Ji ka Rasta Where: Johari Bazar intersection What: Dotted with gem traders, the ombré stones sold here are head-turners! While the sapphires and tourmalines are little heavy on the pocket, you can also do guilt-free shopping of gorgeous artificial jewellery. Starting Price: 500 INR 13. Maniharon ka Rasta or Tripolia Bazaar Where: Tripolia Bazar Street close to City Palace and Chhoti Chaupar What: Offering Lac bangles in variety of hues; also great for brassware, ironware, textiles, utensils, furniture, rugs and carpets. Starting Price: 50 INR 14. Chandapole Bazar Where: Chandpole Bazar Road What: A tour through this bazaar will leave you spell-bounded! Walk to the Khazane Walon ka Rasta (Street of treasures) and Silvaton ka Mohalla (Street of creases) to witness the marble sculptors chisel the huge white blocks of marble. Artificial mangtikas, jhumkas and anklets are a must-pick! Starting Price: 200 INR Did we miss your favorite shopping destination in Jaipur? Comment Below and let us know! Source: http://www.triphobo.com/blog/jaipur-shopping-guide
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