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For people around the globe, shopping is synonymous to Abu Dhabi. People flock to the city during the Abu Dhabi Shopping Festival, which is held every year during the month of March. It is a dream for all to come for shopping in Abu Dhabi. There are many shopping malls with stores same as other malls. Many of the establishments are aimed at the locals as well as English, American and Canadian chain stores. One can also come across designer places.

Abu Dhabi has millions of small, independent stores spread around the city. Shopping is among the major Activities in Abu Dhabi. One can go for shopping at the bottom floor of the shopping centers to buy different products like fancy chocolates, antiques, clothing and computer parts. Bargaining should always be restored to while shopping in independent shops. It is advisable to buy carpets, art, antiques and native jewelry from the souk-like places than from malls as the price of these things are quite cheaper and it is more easy to haggle with shopkeepers. But haggling is not restored to in bigger shopping malls like Mark and Spencer or Hang Ten.

Abu Dhabi Mall

This is an innovative shopping mall in the whole of Abu Dhabi. The mall has over 220 stores which sell the latest international fashions and designs. One can also have a dining experience at over 40 food outlets present here. Facility also exists for family entertainment at the Abu Dhabi Mall. One can find everything one is looking for at the mall.

Marina Mall

Situated at Mina Road next to the Sea Side it is a landmark building in Abu Dhabi. One will get a real 21st century shopping style which is decorated with the charm of UAE.

Madinat Zayed Mall and Gold Market

This mall comprises two buildings, the Gold Center and the Shopping Center. The Shopping center has over 220 popular retail stores and the Gold Center provides 65 famous gold and jewelry shops, all under one roof. It is a vast retail complex, and provides many opportunities to the shoppers in buying major international and local outlets for fashion, perfumes, watches, cafes, shoes and electronics. The complex has facilities for the children to play in areas specially meant for them. The Madinat Zayed Mall and Gold Market has added glitter to the city and is one of the major shopping places visited by tourists.

Carpet Bazaar (souk) Market

The market has a wide display of the most wonderful Persian Carpet for the public to appreciate and buy. The Tjis Oriental carpet, Iranian Souk or Market are situated at Mina Road. The 'Afghan Souq' is the place for buying oriental carpets. Though many of the carpets are machine made, many handmade carpets of high quality can be found if searched well here.

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