Gems and glitterati are every woman’s desire. Well aware of this fact, the Hotel Mansingh has three stores within its premises showcasing the best in traditional jewelry and accessories. Each store has a unique collection of intricately carved pieces of art, embellished with sparkling gems and precious stones. Both ethnic and contemporary designs displayed here, take into consideration the varied preferences of individual shoppers. Also all the stores accept major credit cards, which is yet another reason why jewelry lovers would raid this place!
Surya Handicrafts was established in the year 1988 and they are a manufacturer, supplier, trader and exporter of their own items. A few of the items that they produce are Lac pens, pottery trays, marble candle stands and more. Besides, they provide horse handicrafts, marble statues, wooden boxes, etc. Due to their exquisite work they have gained clients in other parts of the world like in Italy, USA, France, Switzerland, UK and South Africa. So, definitely a must-visit when in Jaipur.
At the Jaipur Blue Pottery Art Centre, you not only get to choose from varied collections of handicrafts and accessories, but also learn about the history and making of this wonderful art. On entering, you will be led to a small workstation, where you are briefed about blue pottery and how the art form came to India all the way from Iran. After this, you get a live demonstration on making articles such as lamps, door knobs etc. The store itself is divided into mezzanine and first floor, and is lined up with handicrafts, mostly in shades of blue. Right from bracelets to coasters or award winning flower pots, this place flaunts an unmatched collection. You could also sign up for the workshops conducted here and learn this beautiful Jaipur art yourself.
If you do not have enough time to explore the bazaars of Jaipur, then come down to Pehnava. This is an ethnic-to-the-core place, where one can shop for hand paintings, Pashmina shawls, dyed sarees with traditional zardosi work or pick souvenirs from a range of handicrafts, mojris or marble items; all the things this city is famous for. Located on the mezzanine floor of Ganpati Plaza, this tiny shop is traditional Jaipur in a nutshell, literally and figuratively speaking!
Located close to Jaipur Junction, Ganpati Plaza may not be in the same league as modern shopping plazas, but if you're looking for some serious shopping, this place will not let you down. Devoid of the usual flashy signboards, Ganpati Plaza houses some really good fashion and jewelry stores. You can pick and choose from various shops like Vasari, Villa Appearances and Modi Ganpati Gems. Apart from shopping, Ganpati Plaza also houses a couple of forex and travel agencies that prove to be quite useful to tourists.
Here is another reason for shoppers to rejoice! Rana's at Ganpati Plaza stocks exclusive traditional and ethnic wear for men and women. Their friendly staff will help you choose from the amazing collection of delicately embroidered sarees, lehengas, and salwar suits. Men can browse through the exquisitely designed Sherwanis and Kurtas available here. If clothes are how you would like to carry back some of Jaipur's royal flavor, Rana's is definitely worth visiting.