Pasaje Rivas
In the warren of stalls at the daily Pasaje Rivas indoor market look for bargain-price ponchos, blankets, straw hats, leather goods, and crafts. The structure dates from 1910.
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Bogotá's shops and markets stock all types of leather and wool goods designed for life on the high plains. Handwoven ruanas (ponchos) are popular; the natural oils in the wool make them almost impervious to rain. Colombian artisans also have a way with straw: toquilla, a tough native fiber, is used to make hats, shoes, handbags, and even umbrellas.
In the warren of stalls at the daily Pasaje Rivas indoor market look for bargain-price ponchos, blankets, straw hats, leather goods, and crafts. The structure dates from 1910.
Sundays see Usaquen bursting at the seams as the streets fill up with stalls and street performers all vying for the attention of tourists and locals alike. Everything from crafts and antiques to organic snacks are on sale; come early, around 9 am, to explore without the crowds. There are two main areas: in the streets around the park, and up near the Seminario Valmaría. Take the time to explore and compare prices.