Hyderabad is one of the best cities in Pakistan to buy Sindhi handicrafts, particularly ajrak — the distinctive block-printed cloth in deep red and blue geometric patterns that is the signature textile of Sindh. Ajrak is made using a resist-printing process that takes several days of repeated dipping, washing, and drying, and the best quality pieces command high prices.
The markets around Shahi Bazaar and the Saddar district have the widest selection: ajrak shawls and fabric by the metre, Sindhi topi (embroidered caps), camel-skin lamp shades, lacquerwork furniture, mirror-work textiles, and pottery. The Hyderabad craft market is more authentic and cheaper than what you will find in Karachi's tourist shops. Allow time to look around, drink tea with shopkeepers, and compare quality before buying.