Alexandria market, Egypt
This is "real" Alexandria and a real treat too. Unlike the Khan in Cairo, tourists don't get hassled to buy stuff here. As it is not touristy you'd better bring a phrase book if you are looking for something specific, otherwise just enjoy wandering around the streets. The eastern end starts with clothes and material (lovely scarves), then there are a few streets with spices (far cheaper than Cairo) and then fresh fish, fruit and vegetables take over. Best buys are loofahs, dried hibiscus, dates and halva.
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