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Goa tour is sure to be an incomplete one if you miss shopping at the markets of Goa. Visiting this beach paradise, have the fabulous experience of shopping at the beach markets which reflect a clear picture of craftsmanship and aesthetic sense of Goa people.

The most popular things to be picked up in Goa are Shell work, Bamboo work, Brassware, Curios and old coins, Trinkets made of stones and corals, Terracotta, Artifacts made of papier-mâché, terracotta and carved furniture, Beachwear and hammocks, etc. one can pick these handicrafts at the Government Emporium and the beach stalls. One should not miss a packet of cashew nuts.

The fashion outlets of Goa have the collections of the latest fad. One can shop at these fashion outlets. Art enthusiasts can purchase Indian paintings and antiques from the art galleries.

Other popular things can be purchased from the beach stalls are shell and stone crafts, dried fish and spices. The famous markets in Goa are Mapusa and Anjuna. The Friday market of Mapusa, a hub for curios and old coins attract the Shopaholics. The Anjuna Beach market held on Wednesday is a busy spot for selling of souvenirs, beachwear, trinkets and handicrafts.

Goa is an indeed a paradise for the shoppers. Other souvenirs one can pick up are wooden carvings, straw bamboo hats and coir mattresses. The ethnic touch is seen in each of the things sold at the beach markets. If one is a good bargainer, he or she can sure purchase lots of things in Goa.

The traditional drink beverage feni is also purchased by the traveler in Goa. The other various things available at the markets are colorful sarongs and cotton beachwear, colorful floral printed shirts, skirts and frocks, embroidered bags, handicrafts made of beads, cheap and beautiful artifacts of paper mache, silver and junk jewelry, and various types of cuisines, spices and woodwork.