The purchase of local ethnic clothing would be quite original. Look for it in Rio de Janeiro's neighborhood of Ipanema where a fair is held once a week on Sundays. Here you can buy lace dresses, swimsuits, national musical instruments, jewelry, all kinds of small souvenirs and, of course, handmade shoes at reasonable prices. Local shoes deserve special mention. Brazil has long become the best place to buy summer shoes on the planet. The excellent quality of shoes is little inferior to the one offered by famous Italian and other world brands. Tourists should pay attention to summer slippers, light summer sports shoes, and, of course, summer ladies' court shoes.
Besides the market in Rio, try to find time to visit such major shopping centers as Rio Sul and Barra Shopping. In general, Rio is a paradise for shoppers since the bulk of branded boutiques is concentrated in this city. But keep in mind that their prices are not much different from European ones. Another market famous all over Brazil and far beyond its borders is in the city of Salvador. Its name is Mercado Modelo. Today it is an ordinary flea market. Visit this place if you're interested in all kinds of small things and souvenirs at very low prices. By the way, prices in Salvador are several times lower than in Rio de Janeiro. Therefore, it makes sense to buy souvenirs while here but not in more expensive and branded Rio.
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