Almost every neighborhood of Istanbul has its own open market on a set day of the week. An integral part of Istanbul culture, market day is both a social and commercial event and one that brims with colour and life. Stalls are piled high with seasonal fruits and vegetables, hardware, household gadgets, knicknacks, clothing, and textiles. Stallholders advertise their wares garrulously to the passing crowds, customers bargain mercilessly for a good price.
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