Feria Tinamastes Artisan Market
FERIA TINANAMSTES
If you are on the lookout for cool souvenirs, organic produce, artisan crafts, alternative medical products, homemade canned goods and hot sauces (and MUCH more) you MUST check out FERIA TINAMASTES. Every Tuesday between 8.00 – 12.00, the Tinamastes Salón Comunal in Tinamastes transforms into a surreal space where you will discover all kinds of things you did not know about but suddenly you ‘absolutely must have’!
GETTING THERE
The market is located in the town of Tinamastes, on the highway between Dominical and San Isidro, at about the half-way point (distance wise). Just the drive there is spectacular as you climb the coastal mountains with amazing views in all directions – Pacific Ocean, coastal mountains, rivers and waterfalls. Often you will climb into the clouds and mists that emander between the peaks of the hills. At Tinamaste’s elevation of 750 metres (2500 feet) the air in noticeably cooler and the refreshing mountain vibes dominate.
The market is located right off the highway. Plentiful parking is available on both sides of the road though if you get there late you may have to go on a bit of a walk.
THE MARKET
The hall is full of vendors selling hand-made products, crafts, plants and organic produce. We saw crystals, candles, all kinds of art, cakes, jewelry, huge variety of sauces, honey and other jarred and pickled items, incense, cacao and chocolate products, medicinal plants, never-before seen herbs and spices, all kinds of plants and seeds, plentiful fruits, veggies and berries…the vendors were very knowledgeable and keen to share their insights and tell you about their products.
I must also note that the items are of a very high quality – this is not your typical side-of-the-road stop. The art, crafts, jewelry and other offers are very unique and would make great gifts or special occasion purchases.
Toilet facilities are provided inside, for a small fee so bring some spare change with you.
Outside the hall, hot and cold drinks and hot and cold food items are available.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, to confirm opening days and hours, and check on any upcoming special events at the markets check out the Feria Tinamastes Facebook page and photos which show the variety of products available for purchase:
https://www.facebook.com/feriatinamastes/photos?locale=es_ES
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