What to Buy in Malawi

There are many craft and curio stalls where local arts and crafts may be purchased. One may also buy many items along the roadside. Goods are usually marked up and it is expected that you haggle with sellers for a reduced price.

Wooden bowls and chess sets and carvings of people, animals are widely available, as are soapstone carvings, paintings and clay pots. Malachite (green stone) jewellery can be purchased in a variety of forms.

A popular souvenir is the chief's chair, which is a high-backed chair made of two intricately carved pieces of wood. A very practical souvenir is the chitenja, a bright wrap which can also be worn as a cloak, scarf or baby carrier.

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