Male Local Market

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Male Local Market

When in Malé, do not miss the local fruit and vegetable market if you're looking to stock up on fresh produce. The market is very compact and sells items such as Maldivian dry fish, spices, green coconuts and snacks, made primarily with sesame seeds, rice and peanuts.

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addressBoduthakurufaanu Magu, Malé, Maldives

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