Hathi Pol Bazaar: Udaipur’s Vibrant Elephant Gate Market

The name Elephant Gate Market comes from when royal elephants used to enter the city through this gate. Walking through its streets, you can see many parts of Rajasthani culture. 

Skilled workers make and sell things like hand-crafted textiles, fancy jewellery, and many more(explore below for famous things to buy at Hathi Pol Bazaar!). Also, you can smell spices in the air and the market feels lively with customers and sellers. 

What To Shop In Hathi Pol Bazaar?

• Miniature Rajasthani paintings 
• Rajasthani clothes( like fabrics of Bandhej and Leheriya, indigo prints ) and shoes like Mojadis or juttis
• Rajasthani blankets or Jaipuri Razai
• Sculptures and paintings 
• Beautifully embroidered ethnic bags 
• Leather items and furniture
• Wooden toys, bangles 
• Marble and metal handicrafts
• Colourful Nagra slippers

It is a good place to find gifts or decorations for your home that are different from what you usually see.

Best Things To Do Near Hathi Pol Bazaar In Udaipur

• Enjoy local delicacies at the market.
• Visit the big, beautiful City Palace which has a blend of two old building styles. 
• Walk around Fateh Sagar Lake to enjoy great views.
• Check out Gulab Bagh, a pretty garden with a museum and library.
• Walk through the Old City and admire the fancy designs of old buildings.

Best Time To Visit Hathi Pol Bazaar

How To Reach Hathi Pol Bazaar In Udaipur?

Hathi Pol Bazaar Timings 

Top Places Near Hathi Pol Bazaar 

• Jagdish Temple

Jagdish Temple is a beautiful Hindu temple in Udaipur, India. It was built a long time ago, in 1651, to honour Lord Vishnu. The temple has very detailed carvings and looks amazing. 

• Dudh Talai Musical Garden

Dudh Talai Musical Garden is a nice park in Udaipur. It is also known as Deendayal Upadhyay Park. It is a special kind of garden made with rocks. If you want to visit, it is best to go early in the morning or the evening for sunrise and sunset. 

• Lake Pichola 

Lake Pichola is a big, beautiful lake in Udaipur. At night, it looks really pretty and is a great place to visit. When you’re at Lake Pichola, you should take a boat ride. This ride lets you see many famous buildings in Udaipur from the water —– a fun way to explore the city!

• Karni Mata Temple

Karni Mata Temple is situated on the Machala Magra Hills.  If you’re looking for fun and interesting things to do in Udaipur, this temple is a great choice. To reach the temple you can use the Karni Ropeway.  It is one of the most unique places to see the best views of the city. 

• Udaipur Solar Observatory

The Udaipur Solar Observatory is the best place for looking at the sun and other planets up close. You can find Udaipur Solar Observatory on the island of Fateh Sagar Lake. 

Top 5 Hotels To Visit Near Hathi Pol Bazaar 

1. Dreamyard Udaipur
2. Jagat Niwas Palace
3. Trident Udaipur
4. Hotel Lakend
5. Lake Pichola Hotel