To make purchases in Ecuador is a pleasure! The culture of trade in this country has many centuries, and one of its postulates is always worth bargaining to the victorious one. However, prices for ethnic, colorful, exotic handicraft products are so small. Most shops are open from Monday to Saturday, and small souvenir shops are open every day. On weekdays, tourists are less, so prices in the markets are significantly lower than on weekends.
What to buy in Ecuador?
So, what to bring from Ecuador? Local markets offer a large selection of handicraft products. One and a half hours drive north of Quito is one of the largest markets in South America - Otavalo . Here you can buy products of local craftsmen, including Indians, who on Saturdays bring their products. Many wool products of excellent quality: blankets, bedspreads, rugs, ponchos, scarves, sweaters, interesting colors and textures. An alternative to this market is the Sakusili market, where clothes, food and souvenirs are offered in the assortment. For products made of leather, look at the Cotacachi market, sellers can give a discount of about 15%. The market of San Antonio de Ibarra is famous for its remarkable wooden sculptures. Prices for them range from $ 100 and above. In Ecuador, they make stunning straw hats. Amazing headdresses of different shapes and colors, styles are successfully exported abroad. The best hats are made in the village of Montecristi, and you can buy them on the market in Cuenca . Tempting and delicious shopping, Ecuador offers chocolate lovers: be sure to purchase Ecuadoran chocolate bars (the cocoa beans used in it are part of the Belgian chocolate).
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Shopping in Quito
Even if only a few hours before departure, and nothing is bought - do not worry, what to bring from Ecuador, Quito offers absolutely everything. In the city markets, in addition to souvenirs, even exotic herbs, leaves and seeds used for medicinal purposes can be purchased. One of the oldest metropolitan markets is the Mercado market. There are in Quito and shopping malls, where you can make purchases, have a snack and spend time waiting for the flight.
Do not pass by Quicentro Shopping - a new modern shopping center with many branded shops, cafes and restaurants. There are a lot of visitors here, about 930,000 a day.
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