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Any tips for shopping at local markets in Galle?

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Omar Bakir•90820 rep•2
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Want good deals on spices or crafts. How to bargain?

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Start low and be friendly. It's normal. Compare prices at a few stalls. Cash is better.

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Sunil Jayawardena•591690 rep•1

Okay, will try.

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Omar Bakir•90820 rep•2

Yeah polite bargaining works. Don't rush, enjoy the process.

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Dilki Gunaratne•504960 rep•1

I got some good deals by walking away and coming back.

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Lucas Martin•80965 rep•2

Fair TukTuk Prices

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