Amongst all these historical treasures lies, of course, the vibrant marketplace that at first glance may seem to offer the very stuff one gets in the cities. But on closer inspection, shoppers will find some exquisite wares to take back home like bedspreads, tie and dye skirts or ghagras, jootis and slippers, all beautifully embroidered, and not to forget the jewelry-both silver and the beaded variety.

Little wonder then, visitors to Bhuj can't help getting charmed by all that it offers-architecture, handicrafts, creative and versatile people and a laid-back old-world atmosphere.