Shopping in Barmer

A veritable shopper's paradise, Barmer is treasure trove of vibrantly colored embroidery with excellent mirror work. Also famous are beautifully embroidered fabrics and pouches, often patterned with tiny mirrors. Traditional rugs, blankets, shawls, carpets, 'Pattius' Dari in typical Barmer colors and weave, are a specialty of the region. The shopping spots include the tiny shops along the narrow lanes of the colorful and lively Sadar Bazaar.