There are no large stores or shopping centers on Faial. You should go shopping at the farmers' market or small shops in Horta. There are souvenir shops in almost every village. The Mercado Municipal da Horta market is located at Rua Doutor Serpa Pinto, Municipal Junto ao Bombeiros. These are several colonial-style buildings. Spices, vegetables, fruits, and local fish are sold here. You can also find various agricultural products, fabrics, clothing, interesting souvenirs, and delicious fresh bread from a nearby bakery here. You can have a snack in one of the cafes here.
You will find shops where you can buy even branded clothing and interesting jewelry in the center of Horta. There are also souvenir shops here. Many people come to the island in search of handicrafts of the Azores archipelago. The easiest way to find such products is to visit fairs. They are organized mainly during the holidays. Many interesting and even rare items can be found at flea markets. People spend hours here in search of antique items of the XVIII-XIX centuries.
There are special souvenirs on every island of the archipelago. You have the opportunity to buy on Faial almost everything that the Azores are famous for. Products made of ceramics painted with blue ornaments will be a great souvenir. They are produced on the island of San Miguel. You can also choose something practical from clay. If you find corn leaf doll in traditional costumes, then buy it. This is a very authentic gift from the islands.
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