One just cannot leave Goa without taking
back some souvenirs. Local handicrafts of Goa include excellent brassware, terracotta,
shell work, crochet, carved furniture, bamboo work, papier-mache, etc, which are available
in the Government Emporia and at tourist spots. Little stalls along the beaches sell
handicrafts from all over the country. Recently Goa has featured some up market outlets
such as Wendell Rodrique's Boutique in Panaji, Camelot at Ribandar selling stylish home
accessories, Luisa By The Sea a modern shopping mall at Cavelossim and boutiques at the
plush hotels are evidence of this trend. The Friday Market at Mapusa is a fascinating
excursion, where pavement stalls sell everything from curios and old coins to dried fish
and spices. Mapusa has also jewellery shops noted for fine-filigreed gold ornaments. The
Wednesday Flea Market at Anjuna Beach is another lively spot where souvenirs, beachwear,
trinkets and handicrafts are sold.
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