Grand Bazaar

There are about 6 types of items sold at the bazaar. You must bargain, state your price first. Be prepared to walk away. They may follow.

nice bazaar but expencive prices. Iran-Isfehan has better handcrafts with lower prices.

I’m not a materialist, I’m not, nevertheless 2 words…. red gold = D~ The whole concept of a bond between gold and copper is just, well, it’s just… sexy!

My impression is that they have some sort of price alliance and ask for about the same price for similar stuff.

That is good because you can bargain at a bunch of sellers and practice “walking away waiting for them to catch you” to find out their lowest acceptable price. On the other hand, it will be hard for them to go below that well accepted price.

I’m really good at ignoring people – meaning not looking at or hearing those sellers. You’ll have a hard time if you cannot do this. Bringing along guys definitely helps.

This is a great place to visit but beware of any “helpful” young male locals who offer to show you round. They are after money and if you are female they can be extremely pushy.

DO NOT ACCEPT A CHANCE TO VISIT THEIR HOMES!

I know of one young girl who was raped because she was too polite to say no.