Jaipur: Where to Shop: Markets: Johari Bazaar

Johari Bazaar

This bazaar is one of the highlights of Jaipur. Here you’ll find a kaleidoscope of vibrant hues in everything from shawls, wedding saris, embroidered tunics and, of course, traditional saris tie-dyed in shocking pink, indigo, chrome yellow, acid green and more. Bollywood stars shop here for gold-embroidered skirts amid a glorious jumble of pashmina galleries, tailors, sari stores, jewelers and silk boutiques. This is where brides-to-be secure the elements of their trousseaux, and where gem bargains may be found. After selecting $150 pure pashmina shawls, $10 embroidered sandals and perhaps even a custom-made sari, stop off for refreshments at LMB restaurant.

— Diane Dorrans Saeks 08/02/2007