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For what to buy and what to shop in Egypt. Shopping in Egypt has a different taste and is considered one of the most splendid attractions of Egypt in general and in Cairo in particular. This country is full of shopping places, malls. Local markets known as souks in the Arabic language, and bazaars for typical souvenirs. On the other hand, They are full of goods that vary between local, typical and traditional products and international products.

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The most famous market for Souvenirs in Egypt is Khan El Khalili Market in El Hussein District in Cairo; it is the largest bazaar in Egipto. Local people and tourists love visiting it. You will find several typical products like Egyptian statues, papyrus rolls, cartouches with an engraved name, perfumes, gold, and silver jewels. Also, you will see several craft shops. Some craftsmen manufacture copper, glass, alabaster, and silver products. Khan El Khalili is distinguished by its cheap prices. So, you can practice the art of bargaining, especially in the Souks. These local markets also sell vegetables and cotton products. There are many other items and even fruits and typical desserts are for low prices.

There are other famous local places after Khan El Khalili in Cairo like Oum El Dounia and Souq Al Fustat. In addition, there are many modern shopping centers, where you can find western and local Egyptian-style shops, City Star Mall, Dandy Mall, Arkadia Mall, First Mall, City Center, and others. Generally, shops open daily from 9 am to 10 pm. Mall centers open until midnight.

En Alexandria, se encuentra El mercado tradicional ‘ Souq District, cerca de Midan Al-Tahrir,  Attareen Antique Market, Souq Al-Ibrahimiyya, y Fish Market para productos locales San Stefano Mall, Zahran Mall, y Grand Plaza Mall para ambos los produtos típicos locales y marcas internacionales modernas.

In addition, there are tourist bazaars Artisan Stores, and Art galleries in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Sharm El Sheikh, and Hurghada, where you can buy local and international products

Recuerdos típicos

Cuando visites Egipto, puedes ir de compras y comprar recuerdos típicos como recuerdo y dárselo a tus amantes. Aquí hay algunas ideas para regalos: estatuas pequeñas, tablas de madera pintadas, rollos de papiro, lámparas y mantones de seda. Además de joyas hechas de oro o plata o mezcla. Puedes escribir tu nombre o tu amante dentro de un cartucho como regalo.