Crafts of Jaisalmer

The crafts of Jaisalmer comprise of exquisite traditional jewelries of silver, delicate and fine embroidery work, stone work, highly decorated leather products and printing work. An essential part of the Jaisalmer people, culture, festivals, the traditional craft works reflect the rich cultural heritage and traditional legacy of the ancient times.

Most of the local indigenous inhabitants of Jaisalmer are experts in the field of art and craft work. The beautiful art and craft products of the place have internationally acclaimed status that helps the state of Rajasthan to earn huge revenues and thus strengthen its economic base. Most of the tourists who visit Jaisalmer make it a point to purchase the unique craft works as relics of the place for their near and dear ones.

The goldsmiths of Jaisalmer specialize in carving out marvelous pieces of silver jewelries. The fine and delicate design patterns on the silver necklace, earnings and bangles display the rich artistic skill and creative imagination of the local craftsmen who have inherited the art from their forefathers. The simple yet elegant designs of the various silver jewelries impart an attractive look to the exclusive items.

The local craftsmen of Jaisalmer have mastered the art of embroidery. The excellent blend of attractive colors coupled with the exclusive design patterns on the traditional attires of the state of Rajsathan imparts a royal look to the dresses. Most of the tourists prefer to buy embroidered saris or other traditional dresses of Jaisalmer during their visit to the beautiful place.