If your version of happiness includes handmade things, earthy textures and colourful crafts, Bolpur is basically your playground. The area is known for its authentic art markets, handloom sarees and beautiful bamboo, leather, ceramic and dokra work.

Let’s break down the two best shopping hubs here:

1. Sonajhuri Haat – The forest shopping paradise
Held every Saturday, this open-air bazaar is packed with:
• Kantha-stitched sarees
• Terracotta jewellery
• Dokra brass items
• Leather bags
• Block-printed stoles
• Bamboo craft
• Hand-painted coasters, bookmarks and décor

You also get live Baul singers, huge trees, red soil paths and the warm energy of artisans showcasing their own work. Nothing beats buying directly from the maker.

2. Amar Kutir – The iconic craft centre
This isn’t a weekly market; it’s a long-established institution known for its:
• Leather goods
• Handloom fabrics
• Batik prints
• Kantha embroidery
• Traditional Bengal artwork

You’ll find more structured collections here, often at fixed prices.

Between the two, you can go from forest-bazaar chaos (the good kind) to curated craft shopping — all in one trip.

And since both spots are close to Resort Neel Nirjan, you can easily spend the morning by the Kopai River and head out for shopping therapy in the afternoon.

Whether you’re buying gifts or treating yourself, Bolpur has something beautifully handmade for everyone.