Shopping in Panama City
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It's possible to purchase high-quality replicas of huacas - golden objects made on the isthmus centuries before the Spanish conquest and placed with indigenous leaders at the time of burial. The indigenous population believed in an afterlife, and the huacas were intended to accompany and protect their souls on the voyage to the other world.
The huacas were mainly items of adornment, the most fascinating being three-dimensional figure pendants. Most took the form of a warrior, crocodile, jaguar, frog or condor. Little else is known about the exact purpose of these golden figures, but each probably held mystical, spiritual or religious meaning.
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Joyería La Huaca
One of the city's most reputable jewelry stores is Joyería La Huaca in front of the Hotel Riande Continental. A high-quality sapphire ring here costs about one-third less than you would pay in Europe or the USA.
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Flory Saltzman Molas
Most upscale hotels have authentic molas (a colorful, intricate, multilayered appliqué textile sewn by Kuna women) for sale in their gift shops, though Flory Saltzman Molas has the best selection.
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Mercado de Buhonerías y Artesanías
This bustling outdoor spot is a great place to shop, especially if you've just finished perusing the anthropology museum and have a new-found appreciation for Panama's crafts.
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Mercado Nacional de Artesanías
With a picturesque location next to the historic ruins of Panama Viejó, this large artisans market is a great place to shop for memorable souvenirs.
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Isla Flamenco Shopping Plaza
A small mall, but nearby you'll find the best selection of open-air restaurants in the city.
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El Dorado Mall
Near one of Panama City's newer Chinatowns; has restaurants, shops and a cinema.
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Albrook Mall
Next to the bus terminal, and has a cinema, supermarket and dozens of stores.
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Librería Argosy
A bookstore and cultural institution owned by a cheerful Greek immigrant.
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