Buying gifts and Handicrafts

For those who like to shop, Puerto Escondido offers a variety of attractive possibilities. The andador “Perez Gasga” (it is a walkway blocked off to the traffic) is an area where you find fine Mexican handicrafts, and above all, handicrafts of Oaxaca. You will find a great variety of textiles.

They are mainly clothing such as dresses, blouses, shirts, vests, and the colorful native huipils. You will also find blankets, sarapes, purses, shawls, jackets and hammocks. There are leather goods such as purses, wallets, belts, hats, huaraches, machete and knife sheaves, as well other leather goods.

As far as seashell items, there is a great variety of decorative objects such as jewelry boxes, napkin holders, key chains, ash trays, penholders, and picture frames. Gems and jewelry items such as: jade, malachite, mother-of-pearl, river pearl, obsidian and aquamarine necklaces, earrings, and bracelets with attractive designs.

Beautiful handicrafts are made with silver jewelry and other precious materials such as: obsidian, amber, aquamarine, jade, black and red coral. Outstanding pieces of jewelry are: necklaces, earrings, rings, wristlets, bangles, medals, chains, key chains and brooches, among others.
Besides these handicrafts you can also find fine articles made of onyx, wood, palm, coral, tin, papier-mâché, and iron wood.

Given the large number of shops, the visitor should be able to find a great variety of items and prices. You will have a good chance of finding the gifts and souvenirs that you are looking for.

A wide variety of surfing products (surf boards, wet suits, swim fins, etc.) is available in Puerto Escondido. You will find the top of the line brands recognized around the world. Of course, you will find all the items related to the beach and the sun, such as: sunglasses, bathing suits, original wraparounds, and other accessories.

The local market (Mercado Zonal) is where you will find a large variety of products of the region such as: fruit, local food, sea food, fish, textiles and handicraft products.