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Caraqueños are style-conscious, which accounts for the city's numerous modern shopping centers. Jewelry (especially gold) and leather goods (including shoes, handbags, and luggage) are some of the best purchases in Caracas, but don't expect a steal. Prices are often high in the wake of sobering inflation.
One area that continues to draw crowds, even if it is somewhat seedy and unsavory, is the Bulevar de Sabana Grande. Once a main traffic thoroughfare, this is a bustling promenade where Caraqueños converge to browse in the tiny shops or chat over a marrón grande (large coffee) in one of the many cafés that line the streets. The area can be crowded, so beware of pickpockets.
Besides its restaurants and clubs, Las Mercedes is overflowing with fancy boutiques and fashionable shops. The most exclusive are often tucked into side streets. Avoid its main strip, Avenida Principal de Las Mercedes, which has an overwhelming collection of cheap clothing stores.
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