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Shopping in Madrid is still centered around small shops that sell specialized items.  While larger department stores are available for consumers, people who prefer smaller boutiques and specialty shops will enjoy shopping in various parts of the city where they can surely find an array of stores where particular items of interest are available.

To visit a shopping center in Madrid, click here.

Food lovers will also take pleasure in buying items in food markets that have fresh items such as fruits and vegetables available on a daily basis.  A little cultural note about shopping for food in Madrid:
When waiting in line to be served, locals have a good idea when it is their turn to ask for what they want.  Instead of using a number similar to the ones used at deli counters, people rely on the common courtesy that people will wait their turn and not try to "budge in line."
Upon arriving, you should ask other shoppers who was the last person to arrive to make sure you go after them.  This ensures that everyone waits until it is their turn.

Locals tend to get offended when this custom is not obeyed.

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