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Mercado el Parian

6 Norte, between 2 and 4 Oriente, Puebla, Mexico
Ranked #13 of 21 attractions in Puebla
4.0 of 5 stars 28 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Panama City, Panama, Panama
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

No pressure, small, quality par with that type of market. Got what I wanted More

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boston, ma
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012
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Some really good vendors here but you need to look carefully. Something for everyone, literally. If you're discriminating there are some excellent vendors, especially with fabrics. Lots of great finds from Puebla and also neighboring Oaxaca. Fewer things from India and China than at the local weekend street markets. This is an ideal place to bring home things from Puebla,... More

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Queretaro, México
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

Great handicrafts at good prices. First check all the options and then buy, and don't forget to bargain! More

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Scranton
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

a huge range of shops and products from talavera (the ceramics for which Puebla is known) to clothing and jewelry. Be prepared to bargain! More

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Ohio
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

With tons of alternatives, Parian is a great place to shop for souvenirs. The best deals are found on Talavera and local crafts. You can find some stuff from Oaxaca, and other regions of Mexico, but not the main focus. Talavera is a local pottery technique that is most wonderful. In the surrounding streets you can find stores of Talavera... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

This mercado has all the typical poblano wares: pottery, candy, textiles, toys, etc. The quality of the goods offered is moderate. More

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GDL
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2011

it's a nice place to visit but, from my point of view not a must. More

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Puebla, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2011

Here you can find whatever handicrafts, Puebla has to offer, but if you look for Talavera better go to the 18 Poniente. There is one shop and fabric after the other with much better quality More

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Maryland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2011

This block long neighborhood is one Talavera pottery stall/shop after another. Gorgeous colors and styles and good prices. More

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London
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2008
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The first place to go when looking for souvenirs from Puebla. A lot of talavera pottery, plus ponchos etc. Very touristy, but reasonable prices and a good one-stop solution. If you're looking for very high-quality and special goods, don't go here. But for regular souvenirs, this a good choice. More

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