Clock Tower & Sardar Market,Rajasthan

• Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower): The central landmark and photo spot.
• Sardar Market: A sprawling bazaar around the tower selling textiles, spices, antiques, and handicrafts.
• Nearby Mehrangarh Fort views: The market area offers great sightlines and walking access toward Mehrangarh Fort and the blue houses of the old city.
• Shops selling bandhani, mojari, and lac jewelry: Classic Rajasthani souvenirs available in abundance.

• Vibrant colors & textures: Bright textiles, painted houses, and stacked spice cones make the market visually striking.
• Rajasthani street-food stalls: Local snacks and sweets available from early morning to late evening.
• Walkable old-city layout: Narrow lanes and alleys that reveal traditional shopfronts and artisans at work.
• Sunset and rooftop views: Nearby cafés and terraces provide panoramic views of the Clock Tower against Mehrangarh Fort.

• Shopping & bargaining: Buy bandhani, block-printed fabrics, mojari (traditional shoes), lac bangles, and spices — remember to haggle politely.
• Street-food tasting: Try local specialties like mirchi bada, kachori, mawa kachori, and sweet lassi.
• Photography: Capture the colorful stalls, spice displays, and the Clock Tower — best light is early morning or late afternoon.
• Guided walking tours: Take a local guide to learn folklore, craftsmanship techniques, and the market’s history.

October to March — pleasant temperatures and clear skies; evenings cool and comfortable.

Hot summers (April–June): can exceed 40°C; Monsoon (July–September): short rains but mostly dry; Winters (November–February): mild daytime, chilly nights.

No entry fee for the Clock Tower and Sardar Market itself. Shops typically open from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, though some eateries may open earlier or stay open later.

Nearest airport: Jodhpur Airport (~5–10 km). Railway: Jodhpur Junction is close to the old city. Local transport: Auto-rickshaws, cycle-rickshaws, taxis; the area is largely pedestrian-friendly but narrow lanes can be crowded — avoid driving into the busiest alleys.

2–4 hours to explore the market properly, longer if you plan meals, shopping, or a guided tour; combine with a visit to Mehrangarh Fort (half to full day).

Light cotton clothing in summer, a light jacket for winter evenings, comfortable walking shoes, sunhat/sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle.

Foods to try: mirchi bada, kachori, mawa kachori, sweet and salty lassi, jalebi. Souvenirs: Bandhani/bandhej textiles, block-printed fabrics, mojari (handmade shoes), lac jewelry, spice mixes, carved wooden items, brassware.