This is a picture of a large artisans' (craftsmen's) market in the historic district of downtown Mexico City. Crafts are brought from all over the country of Mexico to be sold at this market with just a few extras that have been made in China. Surprisingly, the prices at this market are very good. Marcel has been bringing groups to one particular booth that sells pure silver items. The vendors are two Methodist ladies and they have been very generous! Our visiting tourists are able to purchase items at exceptionally good prices.
Marcel bought Petra a pair of silver hoop earrings, a necklace, and a bracelet made of a chain of little sombreros. Above Petra's head hang a Mayan calendar and a Day of the Dead skull mask. You can also see hammocks, zarapes (colorful woven Mexican blankets), toys, ceramics, t-shirts, windchimes, and puppets. This market also has a luthier's shop where mandolins and guitars are made by hand. Someone from our current group bought a mandolin with a case for $60 U.S. dollars.
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