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Guide Location: Peru » Lima
Guide Type: Self-guided city tour
# of Attractions: 7
Tour Duration: 2 hour(s)
Transportation Mode: by foot
Travel Distance: 4.8 km
Guide Type: Self-guided city tour
# of Attractions: 7
Tour Duration: 2 hour(s)
Transportation Mode: by foot
Travel Distance: 4.8 km
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Author: vickyc
Tourists will indulge themselves in a number of traditional items from across Peru when shopping in Lima. Miraflores, a district in Lima, attracts a large number of tourists each year due to its abundance of shops. The markets range from boutiques, artisan markets, antique shops, jewelry, and clothes.
Tour Stops and Attractions
1) El Taller
El Taller is a textile shop in the Miraflores district of Lima. El Taller is a sensational shop for gifts which will make your stay in Peru memorable. The shop includes beautifully sewed lace tablecloths, as well as placemats. El Taller also provides a variety of threads for the hobby of sewing.
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2) Inka Market
The Inka Market in Miraflores offers a lot of Peruvian items, clothes, jewelry, and souvenirs. The market also features a wide selection of products from the Andes, including alpaca sweaters and scarfs. Inka Market is a phenomenal place to land a great deal, as the owners are always willing to bargain.
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3) Mercado Indio
Mercado Indo is located on Petit Thouars, an avenue filled with shops and boutiques in Miraflores. The Mercado Indio offers hand-crafted goods produced from every region of Peru. The shop provides a fantastic opportunity to find exotic items such as colorful hand-woven baskets, mirrors, and wooden candles from Cusco.
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4) Avenue Ricardo Palma
Avenida Ricardo Palma, in the Miraflores district, is another terrific location for shoppers. On this avenue, visitors will discover dozens of souvenir and handicrafts shops, including the famous Artesanías Miraflores. The avenue's shops are renowned for ceramics and silver jewelry.
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5) Park Kennedy Crafts Market
In the central part of Kennedy Parque, tourists will locate a small craft market known as Park Kennedy Crafts Market. Owners begin to sell local crafts at about 5 p.m and often work as late as 11 p.m. The market is a great destination at night and a perfect area for souvenirs.
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6) Killari
Killari is definately a must-see when in the city of Lima. Killari sells chosen and unique goods of artisanship from around Peru. At Killari, one may find gorgeous silver objects, jewelry, weavings, and ceramics.
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7) Joyeria Migue
Joyeria Migue is situated on Avenida La Paz, the gold and silver jewelry mecca of the city. At Joyeria Migue, individuals will enjoy a plethora of very expensive ornate jewels, as well as affordable items. The shop has a reputation for fantastic quality; and also offers different goods for the home, such as statuettes, candle holders, and pictures.
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