Shopping in Goa
Shopping
in Goa
Shopping in Goa can be memorable experience. Goa markets are true
representative of the cosmopolitan culture of Goa. Shopping in Goa
should be on the priority list of the visitor as one can buy some
intresting stuff from these markets. It is a fascinating experience
to go around and shop in the traditional markets of the Goan towns
and villages. These markets are a mirror of Goa's ethnic culture and
provide a glimpse of the typical Goan way of doing business. The
traditional, modern and the beachside shopping outlets must be
visited to gather some memorable souvenirs exclusive to the land of
Goa.
Main Shopping Centres
The market of Goa is not centralised to a particular city or town.
It is scattered evenly all over the state. Every town has some good
markets, spread around the city centre and beaches. Main shopping
areas of Goa are:
Panjim
Panjim market is the most visited market in Goa. The local market
as well the shopping malls and showroom are a major attractions in
Panajim.
Old Goa
Visit Old Goa to buy yourself a antique, local wine called 'Fenny',
cashewnuts or any traditional souvenier for your loved ones. Old Goa
market looks very traditional and has got the best of Goan
handicrafts and antiques.
Anjuna Beach Flea
Market
The Wednesday Market at Anjuna Beach, started by foreigners, is an
extremely lively spot where souvenirs, beachwear, trinkets and
handicrafts are sold at very cheap prices. The market becomes more
attractive when some latin band start playing music amidst the
market.
Mapusa
Mapusa Friday market holds too many attractive items on sale.
Coins, handicrafts, antiques, dried fish and spices are few of the
vast collection of the market.
Night Bazaars
The Night Bazaars of Goa are an absolute delight. One can find
music and dance being played in the market during night. Shopping in
these markets can be a fun and a lifetime experience.
What to Buy
Goa is known for its cashewnuts wine called 'Fenny'. Cashewnuts and
port wine are also among the shoppers hitlist. Other local items
include colourful sarongs and cotton beachwear, embroidered bags,
handicrafts made of beads, cheap and beautiful artifacts of paper
mache, silver and oxidised jewellery, various types of cuisines,
spices and woodwork.
Important Tips
Some important tips while shopping in Goa should be kept in mind.
These may be:
1. Genuine antiques and handicrafts should be purchased from the
government owned showroom.
2. Bargain as much as you can. This is the best way to get a real
deal.
3. For costly items, showrooms in Panajim market are a good
options, as authencity of the items can be believed.
4. Laslty, shop as much you can as the real essence of Goa lies in
the souveniers that you take back home as a memoir of this fantastic
place.
