JanaGitana: * Flea Market “el Rastro”

Nov 19, 2007

* Flea Market “el Rastro”

Since I am living in Madrid at the moment, I guess I should write something about it as well, so you won’t think I am being patriotic.
One of the things I love in Madrid is shopping. Of course. But not just any shopping, this one is one of a kind. I am talking about the flea market called el Rastro which offers millions things to see every Sunday. Thousands of sellers and buyers goes to el Rastro where the most traditional items can be bought, sold and enjoyed in the plaza de Cascorro and its surrounding streets. It is amazing what people are selling and buying, from old batteries and razor-blades to new clothes and furniture. One of the guides says: “To fully appreciate its essence, the best thing to do is to walk its streets, blend in with the crowd, learn the art of bargaining, and to let its ambiance enthrall you.” All of that is almost true; the only thing I disagree is the “bargain” part. I tried (of course), but nobody would go along. The prices were fixed, so take it or leave it. So, that brought me to a new assumption. They really sell everything (also the things mentioned above). Though I also bought a lot. The prices are really low, so it would have been a shame coming home empty-handed. As Christmas will be here soon, you know where I will be buying my presents :D