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Shopping in Valletta, indeed in Malta in general, is a modest affair, though in the last year or two, more and more interesting arty-crafty and boutique shops are opening in renovated premises around the city. The island’s biggest shopping event is the weekly Sunday morning market at St James Ditch, held immediately outside the city walls. Coachloads of visitors (and many islanders too) come from all over, to pore over a ragbag of everyday clothing, replica football kits and pirated brand-name clothing, an antique flea market, old books, bits of car engines, sweets, live birds and
whatever else is deemed to be saleable to someone somewhere. It’s fun, if not for serious shoppers.

Valletta’s shopping forte is its many independent family-owned shops. Some of these specialize in gold and silver filigree jewelry, making pieces on the premises. The Silversmith’s Shop, 218 Republic Street, is a good example where you can watch the proprietor at work. Leather items, particularly Italian-styled shoes are also good value, and are on sale throughout Valletta. At the Waterfront are island craft shops (pottery and glass) and the Forni Shopping Complex, home to a host of designer names.

Most shops open at 0900, close for a siesta at 1300, and reopen from 1600 to 1900. Not all shops re-open Saturday afternoon and Sunday is a day of rest.


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