Shopping In Bikaner

Shopping In Bikaner is a good place to shop. Bikaner, not only known in the world for its "Bhujia and papads", spicy snacks made of fried gram and legumes, but also for "Rasgullas" (desert). It has also reached great popularity for articles made by stitching camel leather like straps, purses, handbags, and Jutties (footwear) etc. Government Khadi Emporium, located on Mahatma Gandhi Road, is famous for showcasing and selling rugs, tapestries, wood carvings and the lacquer. Bikaner is a famous center for embroidery and appliqués, painted pottery, carpet weaving and delicately carved wooden doors. Bikaner is also famous for a variety of snacks, especially the Bikaneri Bhujia.

Kundan Jewellery
Bikaner is a hub of Kundan jewellery- both original and artificial. Though with the advent of globalisation, technology and internet, you can buy everything almost everywhere and also shop online, yet it is interesting to note that Kundan jewellery is manufactured exclusively in Bikaner. The designs are handcrafted and would never fail to lure you. But, original Kundan jewellery is made out of 24-carat gold- the purest form of gold available. Buying the original will drill a massive hole in your pocket. However, artificial Kundan jewellery which costs a fraction of the original is as beautiful as the real ones. So when you visit Bikaner, do not miss out on buying Kundan jewellery.

Sarees
If you got jewellery, you should have that one (or many!) desi outfits to rock the Indian look. Visit Bikaner for a wide variety of sarees and lehengas. The more famous sari variety include lehriya- the vibrant and lightweight, perfect for a party. Other names include bandhani, sanganeriya and gharchola. If you want a royal look in a lightweight, easy to carry saree, then gharchola is your deal. The criss-cross gold lines throughout the design will help you achieve that queen-like look, hassle free!

Bangles
Bikaner will make sure you get everything to nail that desi look. If you desire something else other than Kundan bangles, the city will provide you with so. Though the bangle market is not as diverse as say in Jaipur, yet you will not be disappointed. Colourful, vibrant bangles in almost every variety will make it on your shopping list.

Camel Leather Mojari
Authentic camel leather mojris in a variety of colours, without burning a hole in your pocket is perfect to pair up with that salwar or jeans. Amazing designs, light and comfortable- these mojaris are a real treat for your feet and eyes alike. Grab a pair each of all those colourful outfits in your wardrobe!

Nokha Razai
Nokha razai is a speciality of this city. Manufactured in Nokha, a small town near Bikaner, these razais or quilts are named after the place where they are produced. Apart from the beautiful tie-and-dye pattern for design, these quilts are lightweight and easy to manage. However, the weight does not compromise on its heating capacity. Perfect for light winters and perhaps a bit more, these quilts are ideal for those cold nights- all those at quite affordable prices.

Bikaner Bhujia
A visit to any place is incomplete until you get to taste the native cuisine or food. While you can get Rajasthani cuisine in any city of Rajasthan, Bikaner is especially famous for its Bikaneri Bhujia. The crispy, lightweight and mouth-watering snack is not made from besan as in most other parts, but from ground moth lentils- found exclusively in the desert fields of Bikaner and Jodhpur, which gives this snack its delightful taste and long shelf life.Bikaneri bhujia should be on your food list.

Churan
If all that Bikaner bhujia and Rajasthani delicacies leave your stomach in a bit of trouble, Bikaner will take care. A wide variety of churan in flavours of ginger, mango, lemon garlic, pomegranate and a lot more will spoil you for choice. Pick (read taste) and choose your favourite.

Famous Markets in Bikaner

Kote Gate
This is one of the prime markets in Bikaner which are famous for dealing in various articles in the market such as kundan jewelry, khadi articles, beautiful wood carvings, miniature paintings and many others. This market is also known for selling beautiful handicrafts and other items. This market will also provide you with enough of eating opportunities while you shop.

Station Road Market
The market is known for selling markets in Bikaner leather jackets, handicrafts, jootis, cotton fabrics, leather jootis, leather chairs and many others. Bikaner is not so famous for its high profile markets but the local markets are vibrant enough to attract your eyes and one can get the best of Bikaner shopping experience through this market. Station road market is especially known for its bhujia shops which are nationally famous for the lip smacking taste.

Mahatma Gandhi Road Market
This is also one of the major street markets to be visited while you go for shopping in Bikaner. While you visit this place in the evening you will find the glittering shops which will more sparkle with the glittery bangles, glass embroidered lehangas and chunnis and sparkling jooti shops which will not only catch your eyes but also provoke you to buy them.