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Shopping in Luxembourg is a joy in itself, with many of the products home grown in the country itself. Luxembourg is known to be a wealthy country, so the government does not levy taxes here, as is the case in other European countries. So you might even find some of the goods in Luxembourg cheaper here. The Luxembourg city is so small, that you cannot get lost here. Consequently, there are certain sections of the city which are ideal for shopping. But it is a good idea to ask around a bit (especially from the locals). Whether you are looking for practical items, electronics, jewelry, fashion related items, food items, perfumes and cosmetics or for more traditional goods and antiques, you will get them all in Luxembourg, and within the city itself. However, it is a good idea to begin early shopping in Luxembourg, as the shops get closed early in this country.
Luxembourg is home to many products, made locally in this country and a must have items in shopping in Luxembourg.
While you are here, you must invest in some of the local wines and
beers, depending on your palate. The French local wines are known all over Europe, with some of the most popular ones being Elbling and Rivaner, with the former drunk almost everyday by the locals. The major shopping areas in Luxembourg are the Oberstadt and the Unterstadt. While the former is known for many fashion boutiques, international line of clothes, jewelries and cosmetics, the latter also has its own share of boutiques and electronics, among others. One of the popular areas in Luxembourg is known as “Fashion Victims”, with a line of designer boutiques, apparel shops, perfumes and other accessories.
The Grand-Rue is one of the largest shopping streets in Luxembourg, known for its wide range of high end goods and products. While its gallery is known for high end fashion related products, Villeroy & Boch Création exhibition is known worldwide for its china and crystal articles.
But in case you are looking for curios and antiques of Luxembourg, you should head for the flea markets which take place all over the country, and one of the biggest one in the Luxembourg city. Here, you will find the flea markets on the second and the fourth Saturday of every month at Place d'Armes. But while you are out shopping in Luxembourg, do make sure you pick from the finest selection of wines, chocolates and some tobacco, in case you are interested. The shops are open from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon, and then again from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. On Mondays, it is also open in the afternoons.
Know more about all that you can do at Luxembourg at Travel to Luxembourg.
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