Mercado de Belen
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Yosef B
nyc82 contributions
Oct 2020 • Solo
Shop a floating market on the Amazon with a very raw quality. A must for visitors here is to bring a ‘guide’ whether you think you need one or not: any local who accompanies you, holds your purchases, and shows you’re not fair game for pickpockets.
If the humidity doesn’t tell you you’re in the jungle, this review does.
Past the butcher stalls and snake eggs (don’t ask), there are gemstones, herbs and remedies.
If the humidity doesn’t tell you you’re in the jungle, this review does.
Past the butcher stalls and snake eggs (don’t ask), there are gemstones, herbs and remedies.
Written September 23, 2021
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Alison Wonderland
Kent, UK262 contributions
Oct 2016 • Friends
This has got to be the biggest and craziest market I've ever visited. It's huge, it's mildly intimidating and has a aroma I will never forget. Gross!!
This place sells pretty much everything. We went for mapacho cigarettes and palo santo. There is so much to look at here.
One word of advice don't go alone (unless on the day time) and don't take a lot of money.. prepare the haggle!
This place sells pretty much everything. We went for mapacho cigarettes and palo santo. There is so much to look at here.
One word of advice don't go alone (unless on the day time) and don't take a lot of money.. prepare the haggle!
Written January 27, 2017
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May MahaMetta
10 contributions
Aug 2019
To be honest, I went there 3-4 times in the week I was in Iquitos. I talked to the shoppers, I bought fruits and medicinal plants and I even every time I went, I ate there with the locals.
The food tasted great (fish) and I didn´t get sick. Yes, the fact that I lived in India for many years might have helped, but if you are scared of getting sick, you will.
Also many people say and even here posted that it´s dangerous and one should take care of the belongings. The first time I went there I didn´t know about it, and I only took the same care as I do when I go to any market in the world. And after I knew of "the danger" still I went taking the same care. Nothing happened and I really enjoyed my time there.
The most dangerous part is, when the people is scared of it. Or better say, only westerners are scared of going there and they don´t go alone and only with guides... Sorry, I think that is really ridiculous.
And if you want to buy Ayahuasca, or San Pedro Cactus, or things like that, you can find it there very easily, and much cheaper than if you buy to the "shamans" of the hundreds of them who do "rituals" with the foreigners for hundreds of dollars. About the quality, I can´t say because I didn´t buy it.
Ah, to the locals, it is known as "Pasaje Paquito" (at least the area where you buy the medicinal plants).
The food tasted great (fish) and I didn´t get sick. Yes, the fact that I lived in India for many years might have helped, but if you are scared of getting sick, you will.
Also many people say and even here posted that it´s dangerous and one should take care of the belongings. The first time I went there I didn´t know about it, and I only took the same care as I do when I go to any market in the world. And after I knew of "the danger" still I went taking the same care. Nothing happened and I really enjoyed my time there.
The most dangerous part is, when the people is scared of it. Or better say, only westerners are scared of going there and they don´t go alone and only with guides... Sorry, I think that is really ridiculous.
And if you want to buy Ayahuasca, or San Pedro Cactus, or things like that, you can find it there very easily, and much cheaper than if you buy to the "shamans" of the hundreds of them who do "rituals" with the foreigners for hundreds of dollars. About the quality, I can´t say because I didn´t buy it.
Ah, to the locals, it is known as "Pasaje Paquito" (at least the area where you buy the medicinal plants).
Written November 20, 2019
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Stu G
Los Angeles, CA288 contributions
Nov 2016 • Solo
This place is disgusting however it is an authentic taste of the culture of Belen. Watch your pockets and consume with care as you may end up sick. A wide variety of fresh meats and fish from the Amazon region along with local herbs and some culture. Whether you.are looking for caiman meat or a two dollar hooker, the Belen market has you covered.
Written March 25, 2017
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brian c
Lima, Peru3 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
I would not go to this market alone. Definitely go with a tour guide. Its a big area and crowded with vendors and shoppers. Doesn’t seem to be in the best area
Written March 11, 2024
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Clari B
4 contributions
Jan 2022 • Friends
Needs a lot of improvement.
It is dirty, crowded and depending on the time you go it turns dangerous.
We had to pay and officer to feel safe in this place.
It is dirty, crowded and depending on the time you go it turns dangerous.
We had to pay and officer to feel safe in this place.
Written January 27, 2022
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Cristian
86 contributions
Aug 2021
Incredible rich market, many exotic products if you know what you are looking for :)
It looks a little bit difficult to drink the fruit juices, depends on your own hygiene standards!
Take care of your belongings because it is really crowded. Look for Carmacita if you are looking for a great mapachos ! :)
It looks a little bit difficult to drink the fruit juices, depends on your own hygiene standards!
Take care of your belongings because it is really crowded. Look for Carmacita if you are looking for a great mapachos ! :)
Written August 26, 2021
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Eduardo L
Utrecht, The Netherlands5 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
Interesting market showing the reality of the lowest side of Iquitos population. Dirty, filthy and chaotic and overall improvised market. Definitely a waste of a hidden potential. Local Government should invest on reorganize the market and set up cleaning times. Poor does not mean you will be dirty. With a solid reorganization plan this place could be a gem in the middle of the Amazon.
Written February 22, 2019
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15matjan
la Bisbal d'Emporda, Spain1,131 contributions
Jun 2017 • Family
Perhaps the best place in Iquitos to know the local food, plants, fruits, fish and a lot of other stuff usually sold in a genuine Amazonian market.
Written May 22, 2018
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BenCapon
Athens, Greece150 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
Be prepared to be dazzled by the characteur and variety of peculiar products. A must see but probably with a guide and your personal belongings in a safe location. Walk through it , taste and smell. Try to experiment if you dare
Written December 31, 2017
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Get a motocarro for 3 soles and they bring you there
Written November 20, 2019
Every day from very early till the birds go to bed
Written November 20, 2019
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