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

In Bagan, shopping enthusiasts should take a stroll through the colorful local markets where they can buy all kinds of interesting handicrafts. In the new town, you will find many interesting shops selling popular souvenirs, locally produced textiles, and other interesting accessories. Pay special attention to seashell crafts - locals use shells to make original home accessories. You can even find decorative shell curtains and charming lamps.
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Decorative Buddhist figurines and sculptures are widely spread in local shops. Many travelers buy sun umbrellas as a souvenir to remember their exotic trip. Besides, Bagan has several art workshops where they sell unique teak wood carvings and other works of art. Among inexpensive souvenirs, it is worth noting all kinds of wooden accessories and tableware, which are made exclusively by hand here.
For more expensive gifts, check out one of the local jewelry stores. They sell chic jewelry with rubies, sapphires, and other gemstones. Local jewelry is not only unusually beautiful but also attractively priced. Try to avoid buying jewelry in regular souvenir shops where it is much easier to fall for a fake. Ladies will have a lot of fun choosing local organic cosmetics. Almost all cosmetic products are made by hand from natural ingredients. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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In New Bagan, you can visit an interesting shopping complex called Bagan House where they sell a lot of local goods. The complex houses several shops of various profiles. The latter offer amazing Buddhist paraphernalia, clay and wood crafts, as well as various decorative accessories. Among other things, they sell very beautiful Chinese-style umbrellas. Some souvenirs are being made by craftsmen right in front of customers. In this store, you can pick both inexpensive original souvenirs and truly exclusive ones.
MBoutik Handicraft sells handmade accessories only. It always presents a decent selection of textiles, lovely wicker accessories, handmade toys, and hand-woven fabrics. This store attracts many tourists with its large selection of Buddhist-style talismans and wonderful women’s jewelry. Craftsmen use shells to make very beautiful beads and key rings, and Buddhist rosary is also a popular local souvenir.
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For regional-style clothing, head to Stallion Goddess Shopping Center. This one offers very beautiful men's shirts, garments decorated with hand embroidery and other traditional elements. Women will love a rich selection of beautiful scarves with various colorful designs. Local craftsmen use old weaving looms to make natural fabrics for such clothes.
A very interesting range of goods is offered by Mya Thit Sar store, which is a single complex with a craft workshop. Here they sell amazing wood crafts, crockery and clay accessories, various decorations, and even furniture. A visit to this craft center promises to be exciting. It is here that you can pick some exclusive items with a local flavor.
Long time ago, people founded a settlement and called it Bagan. This ancient city in Myanmar is also famous as “the city of a thousand temples”. It is a miracle that this historical site … Open
Nearby is a souvenir shop called Golden Cuckoo Lacquerware. Here, special attention should be paid to small replicas of stupas and pagodas made of clay. Overall, the store is full of pottery, ranging from small decorative figurines to various tableware and huge vases.
One of the most interesting markets in Bagan can be found not far from the Ananda Temple. Handicrafts make up a significant part of its product range along with popular regional foods. The market offers a huge selection of dried fish, spices that are commonly used in regional cuisine, and a great variety of authentic sweets. Bundles of chili peppers look especially impressive so attract tourists’ attention. A rich selection of exotic fruits is also available at the market.
Bagan is famous for its ancient temples and pagodas. Each historical monument is unique here. One of the most spectacular and amazing is Ananda Temple, the first mention of which dates back … Open
Special souvenirs, the likes of which can’t be found in other stores, can be bought in Kaung Set. It presents many original wood crafts and will appeal to fans of practical memorable gifts. Here you can choose cute wicker baskets and other similar souvenirs like wicker plates, which are not expensive at all.
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Precious metal and stone mining is widespread in Myanmar, so tourists can shop simple fashion jewelry and expensive fine jewelry with sapphires, rubies, and pearls. The price difference is really big. As expected, jewelry stores have the highest prices and sellers in small shops and at markets have the cheapest prices but can also sell fakes. Myanmar has limitations regarding the export of jewelry, so don’t forget to ask the seller to give you the certificate of quality and the document that permits the export. By the way, there are many souvenirs with the image of Buddha, but there are limitations regarding the export of these items from the country. That being said, to enjoy a safe flight home and prevent any potential problems, tourists are better to ask their guide or hotel’s staff about these limitations. … Open

Shopping advices for the whole region around Bagan