Browse the traditional crafts of the Blue City

A broad, open street connects Jodhpur’s modern centre with the bustling heart of the old city, the Sardar Market, where a hubbub of bustling bazaars is tucked beneath the landmark clock tower. Spreading out from the clock tower is a buzzing tangle of ancient alleys where traders barter for traditional handicrafts, from the baggy trousers named after the city to embroidered shoes, tie-dyed textiles and lacquerware. Puppet makers and traditional spice markets jostle for space with the excellent antique reproductions for which the city is famous.  Here you can shop for traditional jewellery and leather shoes, which are made according to centuries of tradition but styled in the modern was. The well-known Kapra Bazaar is renowned for its array of Rajasthan-inspired pieces, velvety textiles and lush brocades. Mochi Bazaar boasts the colourful patterns and styles of Rajasthan’s famous curled footwear, as worn by movie genies and other exotic characters. Marvel at the tie-dyed fabrics that line the stalls of Sarafa Bazaar, with colourful patterns etched on chiffon, cotton and silk. Stroll along the stalls of Jodhpur’s many bazaars for a full sensory experience, characterised by lustrous colours, distinct aromas and rich textures.