Goa
can very easily be tagged as a shopper's paradise. Your visit to Goa is
not complete unless you take back a souvenir. The best places to hunt
for that perfect souvenir are the lively shopping places of Goa. Goa is
such a colorful state that you won't be left thinking as to what to buy
in Goa. Shopping in Goa should be one of your topmost priorities while
touring and sightseeing. In case you are thinking where to shop in Goa,
you can easily relax. Goa is full of local markets and beach shacks that
sell everything and anything under the sun. One item that you must buy is the famous cashew nuts that are sold here in small packets. You can find a whole variety of these nuts here like the salted ones, the spicy ones, or simply the plain ones. Apart from cashew nuts, you can find a variety of exotic Indian spices and dried fish. Their aroma is enough to attract even the staunchest of dieters! Goa is famous for small knick knacks like trinkets, ear rings, bracelets, etc. that are easily available in bulk in local markets as well as shacks on beaches. Items of local handicrafts like shell work, bamboo work, brassware, terracotta, crochet, carved furniture, etc. are available aplenty and are a good choice for a souvenir.
Some of the best places for shopping in Goa are at Mapusa and Anjuna. The weekly markets at Mapusa and Anjuna are sure to burn a hole in your pocket. You can find many things that make a perfect souvenir and something that you can take back home for your family and friends. The Anjuna weekly market is on Wednesday every week and that at Mapusa is on Fridays. Check out our list of favorite picks as a souvenir from these markets: