A long-established wholesale textile lane in the walled city with saree dealers, dress-material shops and bandhani specialists.
Ratan Pol is one of the older wholesale textile lanes in Ahmedabad's walled city and forms part of the textile quadrant that includes Dhalgarwad, Sindhi Market and Maskati Market. Family-run wholesalers stack sarees, dupattas, bandhani and printed cottons floor to ceiling. Bandhani (tie-dye) sarees and dupattas, block prints and embroidered fabrics are sold at wholesale rates, and many shops accept retail purchases at a slightly higher price. Buyers should ask whether a fabric is real silk or a blend; reputable shops will state the composition. The lanes are narrow and staff pull fabric from shelves for inspection. Bargaining is standard but modest. Wholesale traders close on Sunday.
| Hours | Mon-Sat approx 11:00-19:00; closed Sunday |
|---|---|
| Price | INR 300-20,000 (approx $3-208 USD) |
| Address | Ratan Pol, Old City, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380001, India |
Location
Ratan Pol, Old City, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380001, India
23.0270, 72.5893 View on map
Highlights
- Wholesale sarees and bandhani
- Part of the walled-city textile quadrant
- Retail buying allowed at most shops
- Block-print and embroidered dupattas
Tips for visiting
- Ask for fabric composition before agreeing a price
- Visit between 11:00 and 14:00 or 16:00 and 19:00
- Avoid Sundays, when most shops close
- Carry cash for smaller stores
Frequently asked questions
Can visitors buy single pieces?
Yes, most shops sell single pieces at slightly above wholesale rates.
What is the area best known for?
Bandhani tie-dye and block-printed cottons.
Are prices fixed?
No; modest bargaining is normal.