Shopping
It's not hard to find things to buy in Rio, but it's surprisingly difficult to find much that's distinctively Brazilian. Throughout the city are shops geared to tourists, most of which sell a similar line in semi-precious stones, mounted piranha fish and t-shirts. Books and CDs, however, make good purchases - sales assistants in music stores are usually happy to make recommendations and you'll be able to listen before you buy. Of Rio's markets , the Hippie Market at Ipanema has nowadays become rather touristy; much better is the Babilonia Feira Hype in Gavea.
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