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Myanmar/Burma

Shopping in Myanmar/Burma

  1. A

    Bogyoke Aung San Market

    A half-day could easily be spent wandering around this sprawling 70-year-old market (sometimes called by its old British name, Scott Market). Besides the fact that it has over 2000 shops and the largest selection of Myanmar handicrafts you’ll find under several roofs, the market is a fantastic opportunity to smile, laugh and haggle alongside local shoppers. You’ll find a whole variety of interesting souvenirs, from lacquerware and Shan shoulder bags to t-shirts and puppets. Pick up some nice slippers here, convenient for all the on-and-off demanded by paya protocol. Gems and jewellery are also on hand. If you need somewhere to store all this booty, several shops in the…

    reviewed

  2. B

    J’s Irrawaddy Dream

    This shop features high quality Myanmar textiles, clothes, lacquer and other handicrafts. It’s an especially good place to find stylish women’s dresses.

    reviewed

  3. Royal Rose

    East of Inya Lake, Royal Rose sells handbags and beautifully crafted women’s slippers, better than the kind sold in Bogyoke Aung San Market.

    reviewed