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Any tips for bargaining at spice markets in Kandy?

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Omar Bakir•90820 rep•2

First time. How much to offer?

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Omar Bakir•90820 rep•2

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Start at half or 60% of asking price and meet in the middle. Be friendly. It's expected here.

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Sunil Jayawardena•591690 rep•1

Yeah polite bargaining works. Don't be too aggressive.

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Dilki Gunaratne•504960 rep•1

Okay, will try.

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