Once you leave this district you mightn’t see another bookstore for 15 blocks. For example, Ferdowsi Street is the place to buy books, every shop there is a book store. Lastly, if you’re after something in particular like jewellery, carpets, books or antiques there will be a dedicated shopping district or street in Tehran for this item. There aren’t many chain stores in Iran and most of the shops will be run by local people, often selling only Iranian made goods. It’s almost impossible to buy a pair of socks that have not been marked with a fake Adidas or Ralph Lauren logo.įourthly, most shops are owned and operated by locals. Everything is branded and 99% of it is (of course) totally fake. Thirdly, Iranians love, love, love brands. Street shopping is usually pretty cheap but the quality is sometimes low. Shopping malls offer the most comfortable shopping experience but this is reflected in the price tags. The bazaars are a mix of regular shops and wholesale. Secondly, bazaars, shopping malls, and street shopping are all on offer and are three very different venues. If something does not have a price tag then it pretty much means bargaining and haggling are expected. To get the most out of shopping in Iran, there are a few things travelers should know beforehand.įirstly, prices are often negotiable, especially in the bazaars. Grand Bazaar Tehran, Iran (photo credit: Max Salogni) Introduction to Shopping in Iran
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