Amina Craft Market, Basseterre
The Amina Craft Market offers a refreshing departure from conventional souvenir shopping, providing visitors with a vibrant and diverse array of locally crafted treasures. Located strategically near Port Zante, it beckons cruise ship passengers and tourists alike to explore its pastel-pink stalls adorned with an enticing assortment of artisanal products.
As you step into the Amina Craft Market, you'll be greeted by a kaleidoscope of batik fabrics and clothing, each stall a testament to the skill and creativity of local artists. The market is a treasure trove of handcrafted items, including pottery, bags, jewelry, and unique keepsakes that capture the essence of St Kitts and Nevis.
One of the market's distinctive features is its friendly atmosphere, where vendors, some of whom are the artists themselves, provide a warm welcome without employing aggressive sales tactics. While exploring the stalls, you might find that some vendors are open to negotiating prices, adding an element of flexibility to your shopping experience.
Whether you're searching for gifts to bring home or looking to collect a memento of your visit, the Amina Craft Market offers a curated selection of local products. From delicate embroideries to stunning batiks and colorful paintings that vividly depict life on the island, this market provides a unique shopping experience, showcasing the talents and craftsmanship of St Kitts and Nevis artisans.
As you step into the Amina Craft Market, you'll be greeted by a kaleidoscope of batik fabrics and clothing, each stall a testament to the skill and creativity of local artists. The market is a treasure trove of handcrafted items, including pottery, bags, jewelry, and unique keepsakes that capture the essence of St Kitts and Nevis.
One of the market's distinctive features is its friendly atmosphere, where vendors, some of whom are the artists themselves, provide a warm welcome without employing aggressive sales tactics. While exploring the stalls, you might find that some vendors are open to negotiating prices, adding an element of flexibility to your shopping experience.
Whether you're searching for gifts to bring home or looking to collect a memento of your visit, the Amina Craft Market offers a curated selection of local products. From delicate embroideries to stunning batiks and colorful paintings that vividly depict life on the island, this market provides a unique shopping experience, showcasing the talents and craftsmanship of St Kitts and Nevis artisans.
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Amina Craft Market on Map
Sight Name: Amina Craft Market
Sight Location: Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis (See walking tours in Basseterre)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Sight Location: Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis (See walking tours in Basseterre)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Walking Tours in Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis
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Basseterre is the capital city of the Federation of Saint Christopher (commonly known as Saint Kitts) and Nevis, two small islands in the Caribbean nestled between Antigua and Saint Maarten. The city has one of the most tragic histories of any Caribbean capital, destroyed many times by colonial wars, fire, earthquakes, floods, riots, and hurricanes. Despite all this, however, it is incredibly... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles