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Baraholka Flea Market (Almaty)
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Baraholka Flea Market (Almaty)
Almaty's giant flea-market belt of a dozen sub-markets along the northern ring road, open Tuesday to Sunday.
Baraholka is not one market but a string of them along the Severnoye Koltso highway: Adem, Baisat, Yalyan, Alatau, Arlan, Kenzhekhan and more. Each has its own speciality, from clothing, shoes and Turkish imports to fabrics, carpets, chandeliers, children's goods and car parts.
The markets are open Tuesday to Sunday, about 08:00 to 18:00, and the best shopping window is 09:00 to 16:00. Hours were last reported in 2022, so check before a long trip.
Tips: Pick one or two markets rather than all of them, bring cash, wear comfortable shoes and keep your bag in view. Plan on a full day. Coordinates are approximate.
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City and country guides
Routes, timing and what to order, written for first visits.
The Complete Guide to Taiwan's Night MarketsShilin, Raohe and the markets across the island.
Japan Night Markets and Yatai: A Region-by-Region GuideYatai, yokocho and market streets by region.
South Korea Night Markets: Seoul, Busan, Jeonju and JejuTraditional markets and evening food carts.
Thailand Night Markets: A Guide from Bangkok to the IslandsWalking streets, train markets and floating markets.
Vietnam Night Markets: Hanoi, Saigon, Hoi An and BeyondFrom weekend bazaars to Saigon street food.
First Time at an Asian Night Market? 10 Tips Before You GoCash, timing and what to order first.
