Friday, May 14, 2010

Markets in Beijing, China & Provence, France

Below is the famous "Flea Market" in Beijing. Here you can buy anything from spices & herbs to dried fish & snake to Jade & Silk. A must see if you are in Beijing.
Below is another market in Carpentras, Provence France. This market has been setting up every friday in the old Roman walled city since the time of ancient Rome. Everything from Pottery, Fruits & Vegetables, Baked goods, Linen, flowers, rugs etc. Vendors from North Africa, all over Europe & as far away as Asia set up stalls here. Another must see on your travels.

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