Shopping In Rajasthan

Rajasthan is among the richest state in India as far as the field of art and craft is concerned. The richness of Rajasthan is so extraordinary that it touches every aspect of life in the desert and semi desert of Rajasthan and finds new meaning in the expressions of its visitors.

Some major articles of shopping in Rajasthan state of India are :

Rajasthan Terracotta : Rajasthan's Terracotta tradition, dating back to the indua Valley Civilization, continues today in all parts of Rajasthan.

Rajasthan Textiles : Rajasthani textiles come in a fascinating range ot dyed and block-printed fabric which are further. embellished by embroidery.

Rajasthan Paintings : An irressisable buy bare the paintings of Rajsthan . The paintings done in inimitable styles and colour rendering are so distinctive that they catch the eye and touch the soul.

Rajasthan Jewellery : The artistic delicacy and elaborateness in the manufacturing of Rajasthani jewellery made of purest and finest materials is world-renowned. Rajasthan became famous for its jewellery industry from very early times, being an important source of precious and semi precious stones.

Rajasthan Carpets : Rajasthan carpets are suprb in workmanship and command sizeable export market. Exquisite carpets in traditional and contemporary designs, woollen druggets or 'Namdas' and hand-woven cotton duries also known as 'Panja' durries are thepopular floor coverings.

Rajasthan Floor Coverings : Rajasthan's Floor Covering industry has been revitalised to suit the needs of the modiern buyer and Rajasthani Carpets are making headway in markets not only in India but abroad.

Rajasthan Toys And Dolls : Toy makers of Jaipur make elephants and horses of suffed cloth, decorated with tinsel & embroidered fabric. Paper - mache birds and animals are available in different sizes and colours and make an interesting buy.

Rajasthan Kundan Meenakari : One of the oldest forms of jewellery made and worn in India is the 24-carat pure gold Kundan jewellery.

Rajasthan Blue Pottery : Jaipur is the home of glazed Blue - Pottery which has its origins in Persia. Its distinctive feature is that no clay is used.

Rajasthan Stone Craft : Religious themes are carved in stone all over Rajasthan. The images are life- like and are skillfully sculptured in different varieties of stone.

Rajasthan Leatherware : The leather of work of Rajasthan is interestingly a joint effort of the local men and women. While the men do the tanning, cutting and stitching, the women do the embroidery and ornamentation.

Rajasthan Woodcraft : The choices is so varied that it is difficult to choose, whether it's the desert carvan with tiny camels, or Lord Krishna playing the flute in a divine mood, or nymphs in aesthetic dance poses.

Rajasthan Furniture : The furniture of Rajasthan displays grandeur and elegrance. The carved and decorated chests, chairs, cradles and low tables & stooles are simply a steal. Each object is desirable whether inlaid figures or embellished with hunting scenes.

Rajasthan Puppets : The art of making the puppets has a long tradition in Rajasthan. But these are not only the puppets who has made them famous but, also the people who decorate and dress and finally make them dance before the public.

Rajasthan Jewellery And Gemstones : At Jewellery Haven, we carry a wide range of exquisite handcrafted gemstone jewellery catered for people like you. The jewellery that you see are all lovingly created by our designers and the pieces are all one-of-a-kind.

Rajasthan Durries (Rugs) : A Durrie is a cool, light rug. Rajasthani durries are smooth and closely woven. Pastel shades and a sparse use of geometrical motifs are popular. Durrie weaving is also a craft special to Rajasthan.

Rajasthan Stone Carving : Stone carving is a major handicraft of Orissa. As is evident from the innumerable archaeological monuments, rock-cut sculptures, caves and temples built for centuries and embellished with most beautiful and intricately carved statue and other adornments.