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Marche Central in Yaounde

Marche Central is a large department store where you find all kind of stuff.

Directions: In the center of Yaounde

Theme: Department Store

Art market in Yaounde

If you want to buy some souvenirs the art market in Yaounde is the place to go. A lot of local art traders offer their goods so you have a really good selection.

What to buy: You'll find wood carvings, masks, statues, potterie, paintings and, and, and .... There are big differences in quality - so bring some time and walk around to find the best vendors.

What to pay: You have to haggle over the prices. But as a rich European or American you'll always have to pay more than the locals. So if you know some locals tell them what you want to buy and ask them to go there and buy it for you. Then you'll make a real bargain.

Theme: Local Craft

Street vendors

On every corner you'll find street vendors selling fresh fruit or nuts or something else to eat.

Prices are very low. But be careful - always remember the motto: cook it, peel it or forget it. Your health will be grateful.

Theme: Other