Shopping in Algiers - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

PANORAMIC ALGIERS One of the most attractive places for shopping in Algeria is BabEzzouar trading center. This is where you should go in search of trendy clothes, shoes and accessories. A few years ago, a large ZARA store with goods for adults and kids was opened in its walls. The complex houses a large Lacoste store as well, where the most sophisticated fashionistas can choose clothes. Cosmetics and perfumery stores present their goods here. Ladies can pick up both magnificent jewelery and costume jewelery.
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Didouche Mourad street is the seat of many popular shopping pavilions and boutiques. It is possible to find a large variety of goods here. There are some inexpensive shops with quality and practical things on offer. As well as designer stores with non-standard garments and accessories. Tourists are attracted to this busy street by numerous souvenir and grocery shops, where one can purchase popular national products.
Park Mall trading center enjoys a well-deserved popularity. It will pleasantly surprise by a variety of shops and beautiful design in European style. In this shopping and entertainment center you can rest and have fun all day. It is equipped with numerous attractions and playgrounds for children. There are clothing shops that offer affordable prices, children's toys and souvenir shops, and many cozy cafes and restaurants. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Marché Medina Jedida market invites you to purchase delicacies, inexpensive souvenirs and many other useful things. This market is located on one of the historic streets of Algeria. Customers are offered dozens of types of salted olives, seasonal fruits and vegetables, as well as the most popular national sweets and candied fruits. Tourists often buy lovely wood carvings as souvenirs and spices in their diversity. In the market you'll find trade tents selling textiles. The only downside is a constant flow of people.
Amongst numerous jewelry stores in Algeria, Bijoutrie el Kahina is worth highlighting. There'll be suitable accessories for everyone. They sell chic necklaces made of pure gold and combined versions of gold and silver. Incredibly beautiful jewelry here will be a lot cheaper than in similar European salons. There is also a workshop where the jewellery can be fixed or adjusted for the needed size.
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Saida Souk is a picturesque flea market, where, besides antiquities, one can find a lot of interesting items. It is sure to please budget tourists. It is worthwhile to visit in search of inexpensive shoes, bags and casual clothes, as well as souvenirs, which are sold here at the most attractive prices. In the market operate tents offering jewelry and ornaments in national style and you can find very beautiful wood carvings. Many people come here to taste popular national dishes in local inexpensive restaurants.
Cosmetics stores, that can be found on the central streets of the city deserve special attention. They sell high-quality natural cosmetics at the most reasonable prices. Yet, you can buy gift boxes for your loved ones and original locally produced perfumes.
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If you want to necessarily bring a handmade carpet from Algeria, you'd better go to the above-mentioned Didouche Mourad street. There are several excellent workshops where carpets of various colours and shapes are sold. However, some tourists still tended to choose carpets on the markets, since they can often be bought at lower prices. In Algeria, you can haggle over price in some shops, as well as in the market. It is worth considering when buying any goods.
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Shopping in Algeria

Algeria is not a popular shopping destination if we compare this country with, for example, Morocco. However, it is still possible to find items that are authentic, unique, and inexpensive at the same time. Prices are quite low in Algeria, and this is true about both bazaars and shops. Pay your attention to the fact that it is almost impossible to pay with debit and credit cards in the country. This means that tourists must stock up on cash. Unlike many countries of the world, Thursday and Friday are days off in Algeria. However, many shops are open seven days a week. Travelers should exchange money in official exchange offices only. For example, there is a Western Union office on La Rue Didouche Mourad. This street, by the way, is a wonderful shopping destination. … Open

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