Situated behind 'Halite' and close to the Synagogue and Banya Bashi Mosque, Zhenski Pazar (Ladies' Market) is probably the biggest market in Sofia and until recently a delight for bargain hunters or those seeking the exotic!
It has recently received a major makeover and with it probably lost some of it's initial appeal, although it is still the cheapest for fruit and vegetables. Among the surrounding shops you can find authentic Arabic and Chinese products, including Halal meat.
Take a walk down here as part of your tour of this part of town but do keep your bag tightly shut and beware of pickpockets. Also you will find that because prices are considerably lower than at other markets, they will not allow you to select your own fruit. Pay close attention to what they give you, if you are not paying attention, chances are you'll end up with a bag of rotting vegetables.
It has recently received a major makeover and with it probably lost some of it's initial appeal, although it is still the cheapest for fruit and vegetables. Among the surrounding shops you can find authentic Arabic and Chinese products, including Halal meat.
Take a walk down here as part of your tour of this part of town but do keep your bag tightly shut and beware of pickpockets. Also you will find that because prices are considerably lower than at other markets, they will not allow you to select your own fruit. Pay close attention to what they give you, if you are not paying attention, chances are you'll end up with a bag of rotting vegetables.
