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Markets are a great way of discovering the local specialities of any destination, whether you're looking for fresh produce, unique clothing, unusual objets d'art or gourmet treats. Have you haggled over haggis or struck a deal on a djellaba? Browse our market tips for inspiration, or send us your advice on finding the best bargains and most unusual stalls.
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    Explore Djemaa el Fna at night

    Posted by steve07 1 March 2007

    You have to try it at least once. Most of the stalls are geared to tourists. These usually have large displays of food and hustlers persuading you to eat at their stall. Treat it as a bit of fun but keep control of what you want to eat. For not much more you can eat in one of the many restaurants around the square and get more for your money. The gem is probably the packed stall selling fish (and chips), mainly to locals. Squeeze in when you can & enjoy.

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    Djemaa el Fna

    Posted by ambersoni 25 January 2006

    The central square of Marrakech. It is fantastic, especially in the evening. Smoke rises up from the dozens of food stalls which all offer beautiful piles of vegetables, merguez sausages, kebabs, tagines and more. The cooks will call to you as you walk by, but take your time as you're protected by the watchful eye of the tourist police. When you've chosen, sit down and watch as they theatrically pour out mint tea for you. Bread and sauces are provided. Point out what you want cooked, and then prepare to be defeated. About £5 for much more than two people can eat.

    In the daytime fresh juices are on offer. Orange for about 10p, mandarin/clementine for 20p.

    The medina offers everything, from dried rose petals to the thuya wood ornaments, and sweets,but was the only place where I was groped and pestered.

    And down the road from Djemaa el Fna (the Koutobia Mosque side) is a lovely hammam. Segregated times (so men go in the morning, and women in the afternoon). From Koutobia cross the main road as if you are going to Djemaa el Fna. Take the narrow side road, and follow it down. About 500m down on your left is the hammam. A very cheap, very interesting and relaxing experience.

    The centre of Marrakech - you can't miss it.

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