Must-see shopping in West Timor

  • Maubesi Market

    West Timor

    Maubesi is home to the Kefa regency’s best textile market. Market day is Thursday, when ikat is displayed beneath tamarind trees, along with produce,…

  • Pasar Inpres

    Kupang

    The main market is the rambling Pasar Inpres, south of the city. It's mostly fruit and vegetables, but ti'i langga (lontar-leaf hats with a centre plume)…

  • Sasandu

    West Timor

    A Rotenese musical-instrument workshop run by Pak Pah and his family, featuring traditional 32-stringed harps called sasandu, crafted from young palm leaf…

  • Timor Art Shop

    West Timor

    If you’re interested in antiques and handicrafts, don't miss this shop that could double as a museum. You’ll find Timor’s best selection of masks,…

  • Ina Ndao

    Kupang

    It's worth seeking out this neighbourhood ikat shop. Textile lovers will be pleased with the wares sourced from across Nusa Tenggara, and you can take…

  • Kelompok Tenun Ikat Kai Ne'e

    West Timor

    About 20 women are part of this group, who weave using natural dye and are happy to show visitors around, especially if you'd like to make a purchase.

  • Maubesi Art Shop

    West Timor

    Has a terrific selection of local ikat, antique masks and statues, plus carved beams, reliefs and doors from old Timorese homes. Bargaining is acceptable…

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