Raghunath Bazaar

Raghunath Bazaar is a historic shopping street in central Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, located adjacent to the Raghunath Temple complex. Developed in the 19th century under Dogra rulers to serve temple pilgrims, it is one of Jammu's oldest and busiest markets. The bazaar is known for Kashmiri handicrafts, dry fruits, traditional Dogra jewellery, pherans and souvenirs, lined with shops selling sweets, spices and religious items, attracting both pilgrims and tourists.

Visitors can expect a bustling, narrow market street lined on both sides with shops selling Kashmiri handicrafts, pashmina shawls, papier-mâché items, dry fruits, spices, traditional Dogra jewellery, and religious souvenirs. The bazaar surrounds the Raghunath Temple complex in the city centre, with crowded pedestrian lanes, sweet shops, eateries, and vendors. It offers a lively shopping and sightseeing experience with opportunities to explore temple architecture and sample local foods.

Developed in the 19th century during Dogra rule, commissioned by Maharaja Gulab Singh in 1835 and completed by Maharaja Ranbir Singh around 1860 to serve pilgrims visiting the Raghunath Temple complex. It grew as a commercial hub around the temple and remains one of Jammu's oldest continuously operating bazaars.

The bazaar is a cultural hub reflecting Dogra and Kashmiri traditions, known for Kashmiri handicrafts, papier-mâché, pashmina shawls, dry fruits and traditional sweets. It serves pilgrims visiting Raghunath Temple and showcases local craftsmanship, cuisine and religious souvenir trade.