Advises of Shopping in Khan el-Khalili
Tuesday 29 March 2011
, Posted by Octa at Tuesday, March 29, 2011
A mont of Egypt postrevolution Egyptian public activities work again normally, although there are some little protest actions in some places are still happening, like universities and government services or roads. But they are not obstructive, and people are still on their works. The markets in Cairo are also in good activities now (tradition and luxury markets), including markets in Hussein and Khan el-Khalili area. But until now, may be there are little number of tourists who visit there.
But I am sure, Khan el-Khalili is always one of the most popular destinations in Cairo during a situation is in stable and good. Because this market sells antique merchandises and traditional creations of Egyptian from cheapest product until expensive product and even very eccentric, the place is also beautiful.
You better visit Khan el-Khalili in Cairo when you join a tour in Egypt. But may be some tourists get out from there empty handed because the price of these merchandises is very high. Oh, what a pity. I think you can try some advices below:
First, the market is divided into two areas. One is for tourist only, and the other is for all of people. Although both of them are public markets, but in the second area you will find prices more cheap than first area. So, there is no any prohibition for you when you want to come in second area.
Second, the signs of first area are more pure and more quite (not lively) than second area. You just come to first area, than take straight and you will find second area.
Third, the price in both of two areas is very different, may be until treble. But casually they permanently give high price to the tourist. Therefore, when you want buy something there, try making small talk with the seller. Get to know the compatibility between the merchandise and bade price. Its very high one t-shirt has price 50 EGP. And then cut it until 30% and clarify that you really like the merchandise. For example you say “I love this, really, if you sell it by 30 pound I buy definitely. If you reject, I won’t take it”. Say that or words like that steadily. If he answer no (rejecting) leave him, and wait few seconds he will call you. This way is 90% good working.
Not so difficult, right?
Have s nice shopping, buddy!
But I am sure, Khan el-Khalili is always one of the most popular destinations in Cairo during a situation is in stable and good. Because this market sells antique merchandises and traditional creations of Egyptian from cheapest product until expensive product and even very eccentric, the place is also beautiful.
You better visit Khan el-Khalili in Cairo when you join a tour in Egypt. But may be some tourists get out from there empty handed because the price of these merchandises is very high. Oh, what a pity. I think you can try some advices below:
First, the market is divided into two areas. One is for tourist only, and the other is for all of people. Although both of them are public markets, but in the second area you will find prices more cheap than first area. So, there is no any prohibition for you when you want to come in second area.
Second, the signs of first area are more pure and more quite (not lively) than second area. You just come to first area, than take straight and you will find second area.
Third, the price in both of two areas is very different, may be until treble. But casually they permanently give high price to the tourist. Therefore, when you want buy something there, try making small talk with the seller. Get to know the compatibility between the merchandise and bade price. Its very high one t-shirt has price 50 EGP. And then cut it until 30% and clarify that you really like the merchandise. For example you say “I love this, really, if you sell it by 30 pound I buy definitely. If you reject, I won’t take it”. Say that or words like that steadily. If he answer no (rejecting) leave him, and wait few seconds he will call you. This way is 90% good working.
Not so difficult, right?
Have s nice shopping, buddy!
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