Jodhpur handicraft covers various areas such as leatherwork, tie & die cloth work, jewelry art and many more but it is primarily known for its wood crafting. The sunny weather lasts straight for 10 months is favorable for dying the wood which one of the major aspect of the woodwork in Jodhpur.

Not only within India but also abroad, Rajasthan is famous for its handicraft work like Paintings, Blue Pottery, Stone Carvings, Wood and Sandal Wood Work, Carpets, Metal Work, Leather craft, Lac work, Weaving etc.

These delicacies are a must-try when you are in Jodhpur

• 01/13Popular dishes of Jodhpur.
• 02/13Gulab Jamun ki Sabzi.
• 03/13Laal Maas.
• 04/13Pyaaz Kachori.
• 05/13Makhaniya Lassi.
• 06/13Mirchi Bada.
• 07/13Shahi Samosa.
• 08/13Bajre ki Khichdi.

The Jaipur handicrafts are famous the world over. The artists and craftsmen of Jaipur have modelled these handicrafts into alluring objects of art, which will someday grace your home. Shopping for these handicrafts in the traditional bazaars and popular markets of Jaipur is a most exciting activity to indulge in.

Rajasthan is known for its tie and dye work. Thought this type of work is being done in Jaipur now, the important centre’s are in Bikaner and marwar region. In Bikaner this handicraft was at its best in Maharaja Ganga Singh ji’s time. Bikaner is known for dyeing work represented through lahariya and mothada patterns.

List of 12 Most Amazing Handicrafts of India:

1. Pashmina Shawls. Source. Pashmina is a fine type of wool.
2. Woodwork. Source. The northern states of India have a rich tradition of the woodwork.
3. Pottery. Source.
4. Leather. Source.
5. Jute. Source.
6. Shell. Source.
7. Brass Handicrafts. Source.
8. Bamboo Handicrafts. Source.

Apart from the ones discussed above, the other handicrafts prevalent in India are:

• Enamel Handicrafts.
• Glass Handicrafts.
• Kiritams Handicrafts.
• Lac Handicrafts.
• Lace or Zari Handicrafts.
• Leather Handicrafts.
• Marble Handicrafts.
• Metal Handicrafts.

Jodhpur is famous for the distinctive colour of its buildings, a reminder of the Brahmins, who used to paint their houses blue to deter insects and keep the dwellings cool during the summer. Founded in 1459, the old city is encircled by an imposing wall and accessed through eight magnificent gates.

Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination, featuring many palaces, forts, and temples, set in the stark landscape of the Thar Desert. It is popularly known as the “Blue City” among people of Rajasthan and all over India. The old city circles the Mehrangarh Fort and is bounded by a wall with several gates.

The traditional handicrafts of Rajasthan began to feel the impact of Muslim art and culture. The design of nose pin and other ornaments as painted in the Bhagwat Dashan Kanda in the picture gallery of Jaipur was the result of frequent mixing of the Rajput and Mughal people.

The art of handicraft is scattered over village to village, Dhani to Dhani all around Jodhpur from where the manufacturers keep on getting varied types of items which are later given shape in the factories, ornamented, polished, packaging done and exported.

Jodhpur Handicrafts Exporters’ Association (JHEA) is a non-profit earning organization, registered under Rajasthan Societies Registration Act 1958. The Association is a pivotal force-providing nucleus to its members to achieve a sustained higher growth in export of handicrafts in its global destinations.

The town has lately emerged as one of the biggest hub of India for manufacture and export of artistic furniture, accessories including home decor, life-styles and handicrafts. Within less than three decades Jodhpur had arose from zero exports of handicrafts & artistic furniture to an export of Rs. 1500 crores a year.