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San Cristóbal de las Casas

San Cristóbal de las Casas is in the southern Mexican state of Chiapas. It is the cultural capital of the state, and was designated a 'Pueblo Mágico' by the Mexican government in 2003. It has retained much of its Spanish colonial character in its street plans and architecture. The Spanish pronunciation is "cris-TOH-bal", with emphasis on the middle syllable, though many English speakers emphasize the last syllable instead.

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    Abuelita Books

    Carries a decent selection of mostly used books in English, and a number of books in Spanish, German, and French.

    Thu-Mon 12:30-20:30

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    Chedraui

    This branch of the Mexican hypermarket chain carries everything you might need, and has an onsite bakery and pharmacy. A taxi sitio is conveniently located outside the main entrance.

    Daily 07:00-23:00

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    Marchante Mercadito Culinario

    A place to look for local culinary gifts (mezcal, cajeta, etc).

    Daily 11:00-22:00

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    Mercado José Castillo Tielemans

    Municipal Market

    The daily market, which people from nearby villages visit to purchase and sell everything from herbs, live chickens, dried fish, housewares, and clothing. The market is also a great place for authentic regional food at street food prices.

    Dawn to dusk

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    Mercado de Dulces y Artesanías

    Traders sell a good range of local handcrafts here, but are less willing to bargain.

    Daily

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    Sna Jolobil

    A textile cooperative with authentic goods from the surrounding villages. The prices are a good deal more expensive, but you'll be getting the real handmade goods.

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    Talabartería Ballinas

    To get your quality leather products (bags, purses, rucksacks, belts) custom made, Vicente Hernández will exercise his excellent handicraft skills for you.

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    TierraAdentro Centro Cultural

    A complex which sells handicrafts, t-shirts, posters, etc. in a cooperative which helps the autonomous communities of the Zapatista movement. The restaurant is very popular with tourists and NGO employees.

    Daily 08:00-23:00

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    Handicrafts market

    One of the best places to buy souvenirs and textiles.