An Afternoon at the Silk Market

Since arriving in China, I have looked forward to going to its famous Silk Market. This is a place that sells famous name -brand knockoffs. I was told numerous times to bargain aggressively for all types of garments, shoes, bags, watches and pearls. The best of TJ Max, all under one roof sounds like my kind of place!

I am happy to report that I took the Metro to the Silk Market and spent several hours feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the shops and vendors trying to entice passerby. Each salesperson insists that for you they make best price, or that today is no good day so make good price, or you very strong... I know you teacher, I give you best price...

I found a few things I couldn't live without, and then was happy to sit down in a comfortable chair and have a manicure and a 30 minute foot massage!

The silk market is a great place to go if you're not looking for anything in particular and are ready to walk away. When in Beijing,, it is definitely worth a visit to the Silk Market!


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Location:Line 1, Get off at Yong An Li