Shopping in Sariska
Sariska is essentially a natural destination and the availability of shops and markets is negligible to none. However, it is quite close to Alwar and Jaipur, cities booming with heritage and culture. The local markets are vivid, colourful places with lots of items to purchase as souvenirs. They have great stuff for go-to street fashions along with accessories and chunris in their native Rajasthan designs. If you are looking for home decoration, the markets are an ideal place to purchase pottery and showpieces. Since Rajasthani art is a whole different genre in itself, one can find some beautiful pieces to purchase and take back home.
Kagzi Pottery
Artistry unique in its kind, kaagzi pottery is and its technique originated in medieval India. The pots are fine as paper, often sold without any colour, however other kinds are also available. Pots are designed in the technique of scarfito where intricate designs are incised into the well-made pot. Sometimes patterns of arabesques are also used while the rest is painted with different colours and designs. When they are sold, they look beautiful together and at home, they can give a chique elegant delicacy to one’s living room or other interior spaces. The prices quoted may be slightly high but they are worth it due to the rarity of this art and also due to the skill required for it.
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Designer Jewelry
A tour of the Sarrafa Market in Alwar is enough to amaze you regarding the popular sale of jewellery Rajasthan. While Kedalganj Bazar is known more for polishing and perfecting gemstones and diamonds, it is in Sarrafa that one will find a wide range of accessories. Gold, silver, diamond, precious, and semi-precious stone sets are all available in their highest quality. Their designs are equally gorgeous. For wedding purposes especially, the sets are decorative, traditional, designer, and yet sleek. Kundan sets are quite popular among others and while they charge a hefty amount as expected, they are worth the neat craftsmanship.
Where: Sarrafa Market, Alwar
Accessories
Bazars like the Churi Bazar and Malakhera Bazar are known for a wide display of accessories. The churi Bazaar is especially popular for bangles which are worn widely by Rajasthani women. Sparkling coloured glass bangles displayed across the shops making your eyes dazzle. Along with this, saris, lehengas, and, beautifully studded dupattas are also available in plenty. Malakhera Bazar, on the other hand, is an ideal place for purchasing handmade bags especially the ones which are studded with small cut glasses. Crafts and showpieces are also on display.
Where: Churi Bazar & Malakhera Bazar
Showpieces
Malakhera Bazar is famous for decorative items, showpieces, and crafts made by the local artisans and craftsmen. They sell marble statues, carpets, papier mache items, woodworks, delicate figurines, antiques of all kinds. While the shops themselves look so beautiful you can well imagine how an item would look in your house. Small statues and miniature dolls are often gifted as souvenirs while larger showpieces are bought for personal decorations. It is advisable to search all shops before making a final purchase since prices may vary and sometimes you might also have to haggle. Government emporium and craft shops are thus more reliable for authenticity and prices.
Where: Malakhera Bazar & Government Emporium
