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THE BIGGEST MARKET IN MOZ: MERCADO MUNICIPAL (Municipal Market) - MAPUTO
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  • Updated by DAO on Apr 17, 2008
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    Looking for Souvenirs and “crafts”? You will find it at the back of the Municipal Market in Maputo. For some reason they try to hide this fairly large section of souvenirs and art objects. Paintings, wooden handicrafts and all sorts of items from real handmade artefacts to absolute kitsch. The odd bit of North American Indian Dreamcatchers are side by side with plastic keychains and wooden Rondavels (traditional round thatch houses).

    Because of its location the section practically buzzes when real tourists enter. They are happy to quietly negotiate a price with you. The atmosphere is very polite and you should negotiate accordingly.

    PLEASE NOTE: THIEVES OPERATE AT THE ENTRANCE AND ARE VERY EASY TO SEE


    What To Buy: I bought 4 wooden Rondavels (pictured) for $3. The selection runs from traditional to total tourist. There are about 15 stalls.

    What To Pay: It’s all negotiable!

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    Theme: Local Craft
    Address: Avenida 25 de Setembro, Maputo
    Directions: The central market in the "Baixa" (downtown area) just East of the Train Station
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    Comments for DAO about Mozambique
    EllieHV Sun Oct 25, 2009 16:54 UTC
     thanks for the insight into mozambique..
    Veroali Sun Apr 5, 2009 15:38 UTC
     Thank you for your helpful tips and view on Moz. I will think about my visit once again... Nice day!
    SLLiew Sat Mar 28, 2009 23:20 UTC
     Excellent tips. Danger, risk, some lawlessness. Sound like a destination for dare devil tourists looking for the less travelled roads.
    Maxus Mon Aug 11, 2008 20:39 UTC
     Splendid and honest, cheers
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