Laos is a beautiful country in the Indochinese Peninsula. This nation is very famous for the great and ancient pagodas, temples and other nice landscapes. Therefore, the number of tourists who choose Laos as the destination for their holiday is increasing rapidly day by day. Holidays Indochina
In every journey, going shopping is an indispensable part. Travelers can go shopping to buy something as the presents for their friends and family. Besides, going to market is also considered as the wonderful way to understand more about living habits and customs of Laotian. The followings are some useful suggestions for you:
Where to go shopping when visiting Vientiane
Morning market in Vientiane
A corner of morning market in Vientiane-source: http://asiatourism.news/
Morning market is the biggest and most famous shopping mall in Vientiane. This market opens from about 6 a.m with the diverse kinds of good from the neighbouring countries such as Vietnam or Thailand. Visitors can find almost anything such as handicrafts, jewelries, textile products, food, fruits and so on. The communication in the Morning market is quite easy because many businessmen can speak a little English. However, you should bargain to reduce the price of goods because the salesmen usually give the higher price. You needn’t be afraid to be shouted at because Laotian are very gentle and polite.
The market on Samsenthai, Panggkam and Setthathirat street
These street are always crowded with people who buy and sell. The most popular kind of good here is the handicrafts. Therefore, you will be easy to buy the beautiful vases which are made of wood to give your friends or relatives as the sweet and meaningful souvenirs. The special thing is that almost goods here have the combination between traditional and modern beauty with unique appearance.
Some markets – where to go shopping in Xieng Khuang
Chinese market
Chinese market consists of 2 floors which supply many kinds of souvenir made from plastics. Moreover, you can also find out many types of jewelry made of gold or silver with several styles and models. Surprisingly, this is one of the well-known places for handicrafts and cloths.
Fresh market
Fruits in Fresh market are very fresh and delicious-source: http://www.benzinga.com/
Fresh market is the place which provides almost every kinds of fresh imported fruits from Vietnam, Thailand and other Western countries. Especially, in this market, tourists can find the cheers of Xieng Khuang including dry food such as Nok Aen Dang. Indochina tours Laos
Where to go shopping in Savanakhet
Savanxay market
Many kinds of good are sold in Savanxay market-source: http://www.hivietnam.net/
Savanxay market is only about 100 meters far from central station. This is a unique and interesting shopping place in Laos, which attracts many visitors. Besides the popular goods such as fresh food, vegetables, this market is very famous for diverse souvenirs and the handicrafts which are made ingeniously and strangely. Coming here, travelers can buy the brocade textile products which express the traditional culture of Laos.
Going shopping in night market in Luang Prabang
Tourists who visit Luang Prabang are very eager to not only contemplate the ancient pagodas and loyal palaces but also discover night market-one of the most wonderful destinations in Luang Prabang. Being contrast to the peaceful ancient capital, this market is very crowded and bustle.
Night market in Luang Prabang is sparkling under the light-source:
https://www.vietravel.com
From 4 p.m, the goods are together and ready for the night. Therefore, visitors can be free to choose the items such as traditional dresses of Laotian, silver jewelry, Buddha statues, paintings and so on. However, the price in night market is quite instable. Therefore, you should bargain before coming to decision to buy anything.
Each markets in Laos has its own beauty and unique features. Visiting these markets will be certainly an interesting experience for you. From that, you can have opportunities to comprehend about the belief and customs of Laotian as well as their daily activities.
See more:
- GO SHOPPING IN LUANG PRABANG
- NEGOTIATE FOR CHEAPER PRICE IN LAOS
- TRAVEL FROM CHIANGRAI TO LUANG PRABANG
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