When you are in Jodhpur, a lot of opportunities suddenly open up before you. Of these, the most scintillating one is, of course, street shopping. If you’re in pursuit of finding the best deals on Rajasthan’s most famous handicrafts in Jodhpur, head to Sojati Gate market, a place that brings you closer to Rajasthan’s rich culture.
Sojati Gate Market is the hub of creativity in Jodhpur, offering visitors a wide variety of items to choose from, including souvenirs, clothes and gifts. You can find everything from tie-n-dye clothing, antique jewellery and leather products to bamboo crafts and other local artefacts in one place, without having to go all over the city for every single art form. The henna stalls are the most famous places where women can get new designs of henna on their hands at any time.
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Things to Buy in Sojati Gate Market, Jodhpur
Marine Artefacts
Umaid Art Gallery is a good place to start your shopping in Sojati Market. Here you can get a glimpse of the complete form of art and craft of Jodhpur.
What draws your attention to the nautical décor items such as clocks, aircraft and navigation equipment is the marine elements. In addition, there are many incredible wooden ornaments and wall-mounted instruments that need a closer look at the craftsmanship to appreciate how well they.
Handmade Puppets
Your expedition cannot complete until you buy a pair of Rajasthani dolls, decked up in colourful traditional costumes and accessories that reflect the grandeur of the traditional costume-making technique, even if you find time to watch a puppet show once in a while!
In your sitting room, you have the option to buy these dolls in various artistic models like wall pieces, earrings, curtains and table decorations.
Antique Jewellery
Add a touch of royalty to your looks with antique Jewellery pieces from Jodhpur. This type of jewellery is largely crafted in Rajputi design, showcasing the rich culture of Rajputs in Rajasthan. For soon-to-be brides, Jodhpur is an interesting place to buy bridal Jewellery for different occasions.
If you wish to visit Sojati Gate Market during your trip to Jodhpur, make sure you do not forget to visit the nearby local jewellery stores which display some fascinating collections of Polki, Jadau, Kundan and Meenakari jewellery.
Leheriya Textile
Rajasthan’s beloved art form Leheriya is worth your attention and deserves to be when you are in the Sojati market. If you’re like most modern backpackers, picking up a piece of Leheriya-printed accessory is a way to spice up a black outfit and make it stand out in the arid terrain of Rajasthan.
From Leheriya Jackets, Scarves, Chunris, and Kurtas to Sarees, there’s immense scope for ladies to experiment with the wonderful collection of colours and prints, that make a beeline for your next Instagram look.
Embroidered Bags & Umbrellas
For a touch of quirkiness, an umbrella colourfully embroidered in Kharak or Banjara styles bought from Jodhpur not only protects you from the harsh sun rays but can also be a decor item for your outdoor space or the living room.
Not just in umbrellas, you also get this embroidery form in handmade bags and clutches that are a treat for the ladies wanting some storage solution during their journey.
Kair Pickle
The famous desert vegetable, Kair, also known as Caperberry is a speciality in Rajasthan and if you’ve already tried the dish ‘Kair Sangri’, you would feel motivated to buy this local vegetable in some form. If you search the markets, the best version you’d come across, which you can take with you as a souvenir, is ‘Kair Pickle’ or ‘Dried Ker’.
This vegetable mostly grows in desert regions and is a regular source of nutrition for Rajasthani Folk who have to endure the harsh summer season with just a few vegetable options before them. Kair has medicinal properties and cures digestive and respiratory issues.
Rose Products
The buzzing markets of Jodhpur are always bedecked with ‘sherbet stalls’ that draw visitors to try their drinks and concoctions made from dried rose petals.
The invigorating scent of rose extract does give you respite from the heat but one thing it skilfully does is relaxing you. Rose is a natural stress buster, that’s why you find so many places in Rajasthan selling sherbets, drinks and other edibles made from dried rose petals.
Try rose petal blends manufactured by Haldighati Rose Products which has an impressive collection of Gulkand, sherbet and rose water curated from pure rose petals.
Spices
The Spice Park of Jodhpur is a government program supported by Rajasthan to promote the spice industry within the state that reflects the culinary landscape of the region. It is that Jodhpur’s climate is ideal for growing seed spices such as coriander, cumin, fennel and fenugreek.
In Sojati market, you’ll easily find these spices along with other spice varieties like chilli, Cardamom, Black Pepper, Cloves, ginger and garlic sourced from other regions in the state.
Mirror Work Dupatta
Squeezing in the colourful panorama of sights in Jodhpur, the dupatta shops are always looking for buyers to sample their collection of printed dupattas intricately decorated with mirror work.
This accessory not only lifts your spirits with a medley of colours and patterns but also helps the ladies stay protected from the dust and heat in touristy regions.
Traditional Tableware
It is widely accepted that Rajasthani cuisine tastes the best among all cuisines around the world. But the essence of real enjoyment lies in understanding what methods to prepare these dishes to perfection and what kind of utensils to prepare the royal food.
Buying this cookware and trying to cook the dishes in the comfort of your home has a different feel than what you get to experience on a trip that lasts only a few days.
Brass and clay cooking pots are best for cooking a traditional Rajasthani meal. Serving the dishes in silver or brass tableware can only do full justice to your cooking effort. So don’t forget to reserve time to buy traditional Rajasthani cookware and dinnerware while visiting the Sojati market.
Nearby Attractions:
- Arna Jharna Desert Museum
- Ghanta Ghar
- Rao Jodha Desert Rock Park
- Mehrangarh Fort
- Balsamand Lake
- Ghanta Ghar
- Kaylana Lake
- Umaid Heritage Art School
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Hotels Nearby:
- The Umaid Palace Resort & Spa
- The Kothi Heritage
- Ranbanka Palace
- Radisson Hotel
- Kuchaman Haveli
- Rani Mahal
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Sojati market is located close to Jodhpur city and you can reach your destination within 15 minutes in a taxi.
Only during peak tourist seasons! The market is spacious compared to many other markets of Jodhpur and allows enough room for travellers to roam and enjoy city life.
The market is easily accessible from most tourist attractions in Jodhpur. If you are a solo traveller, it’s best to take a guide with you to stay informed about the best stores in the market. Applying sunscreen before visiting the market would save you from getting a sun tan or sunburn during daytime shopping.