Where to Shop in Udaipur

Where to Shop in Udaipur

Udaipur is a legendary city famous for its soothing surroundings, pictorial lakes and shimmering palaces. Udaipur is located in the western state of Rajasthan in India. The city is also called 'Venice of East' because of its beautiful lakes. Udaipur is also known for its stylish paintings and delicate handicrafts. If you have a flair for shopping you will find Shopping in Udaipur is an unforgettable experience.

Udaipur is a paradise for Indian especially Rajasthani art and crafts lovers. If you are confused where to shop in Udaipur then you must visit the Shilpgram Crafts Village in Udaipur at least once. This craft village is developed to promote and encourage the rural art and handicrafts of Rajasthan. Here modern-day urban style of art mingled with traditional rural style produces unique works of ceramics, pottery, and visual art, which are placed, for exhibition and sale at the time of Shilpgram Festival. Shilpgram festival is well-known as 'Crafts Bazaar' and is held in the middle of December.

There are a number of shops in Udaipur where various Rajasthani handicrafts and specialties of Udaipur are at display. They are sure to attract you with their matchless collections. You will find a huge collection of conventional as well as fashionable materials varying from paintings, statuettes, marble carvings, metal furniture, silver jewelry, colorful fabrics and saris with traditional Batik or tie-and-dye prints, carpets, wooden stuffs, etc.

Some other market places where to shop in Udaipur are the Rajasthan Government Handicraft emporium, Chetak Circle, Bapu Bazar, Hathipole, Lake Palace Road and the market near the Jagdish temple. You will surly discover unique art items at each of these shopping centers in Udaipur. But while buying silver jewelry in Udaipur you need to be careful about the price. If you have the expertise in bargaining then you can have good deal. Otherwise, you are advised to shop at the government emporiums like the Rajasthali and Sadhana Emporium.

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