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Avoid shopping at outlets guided by the local auto/rickshaw drivers or even with the local tour guide you may have hired, as these outlets all claim to have some association with the Rajasthan government or the actual artisans which are generally fabricated claims and you end up paying anywhere between 20-40% above the actual price (including a hefty commission parted by the shopkeeper to the guide/auto driver). The guide is more keen to show you all these shops rather than the places you have travelled to see.

Bargain is the key word. If you are buying jewelry, artifacts, handicrafts, etc. definitely bargain. Most tourist shops bargain up to 30 - 50% while some shops (mostly big stores like National Handloom, Bhandari Exports, Jaipur Rugs, India Crafts, Government organizations, etc.) have fixed rates with little or no scope discount on bulk buying.

Just remember that nothing comes 'fixed price' in Jaipur, even in the self advertised Govt. (RTDC) approved shops & emporiums.There are a few They claim that the higher prizes are for better quality but actuly it is not. They keep very very higher margins and also they have linked up connection with the guides of aamer fort so the guide will take u to dat shop will tell it govt authenticated and will take his bigger commission. Almost everything, from food to to transportation to handicrafts, even accomodation can be bargained down up to a 60% discount on the quoted price. The lowest rates will be found in the bazaars - Bapu & Johari. Even here, keep inquiring in several shops - each one will have a different price for the same item. Don't be ashamed to spend an hour or more in each shop with the friendly shopowners sharing stories over masala chai as you look at their goods. While they are doing their best to run a business, do not overlook the genuinely hospitable culture of Rajasthani people.

Bazaar. A brilliant colorful explosion of flowers, elephants, ox carts, and wares. The traveller will smell the deep aroma of spices in canvas bags, the fetid smell of animals and open sewers, the sweet waft of tea, and the crusty acrid burn of dust and exhaust. The noise is chaotic, the people constantly will stare if you are a Westerner and anybody who has something to sell will try to sell it to you, repeatedly. Watch cobras dance out of their wicker baskets, and don't be too surprised if the snake charmer slaps his cobra for having a wayward eye. Be prepared to be asked for money if you plan to take photographs of snake-charmers and beggars.

Rajais Jaipur is famous for its 'Rajais' (A type of light quilt stuffed with cotton). You can get colourful & soft `Shaneel ki Rajai' in a velvet finish. These are quiet warm, soft and long lasting. You can shop in the main market area. But remember to bargain. If you want to be sure of quality and are willing you shell few extra bucks, visit govt. stores for rajais..

Jewels Jaipur is famous for its many jewel merchants where you can get great deals on semi-precious gems such as turquoise, lapiz, tiger eye, and the magnificent rubystar (a gem found only in India that is distinct for the 6pointed star it shines under natural light). Expect to pay ~Rs 3,000 for a rubystar ring.

Silver Centrre (Sangeeta Boochra), 234, Johari Bazar Main road, ☎ +91-966-00000-37 , 0141-2571414, [10]. 10.30 am to 8.00 pm. Known for generations ( 119 years ) for it's authentic designer silver jewellery , gold plated jewellery , traditional , tribal and contemporary silver jewellery. Gloabally respected and renowned jewellery brand established in the year 1897 Jaipur. Buy authentic jewellery. Located in the heart of Pinkcity and jewellery hub Johari Bazar Jaipur. Walkable distance from Hawa Mahal , City Palace , opposite Jama Masjid. The brand work towards upliftment of traditional and old Indian artisans who do not have the platform to show their beautiful work. *Jewelove (Suranas Jewelove), LGF-23, Gold Souk Grande, Plot No. 2, Jagatpura Road (Near Jawahar Circle), ☎ +91-9828012999, [11]. Jewelry shop for platinum jewelry in Jaipur. Also showcases jaipuri kundan meena jewelry & colorstones. ₹ 5,000 onwards.  edit ₹ 5,000 onwards.

K.K. Gems and Arts', 174-A, Kanwar Nagar, Chandi Ki Taksal. (at the far Northeastern end of the city centre), ☎+91 141 3910799; (maito:kk.0010@yahoo.in kk.0010@yahoo.in). One of the better places to shop for jewels with authentic high quality goods and reasonable prices including many cheaper items (earrings, bracelets) for Rs 120 that make great gifts. Be sure to arrive by yourself, otherwise face higher prices as your escort/driver will earn a commission.