Malé's shopping is modest compared to regional hubs but has a few worthwhile stops. Chandhanee Magu remains the traditional souvenir strip, good for lacquer boxes, reef-motif jewelry, and woven mats. Look for genuine Maldivian handicrafts such as coir rope work, dhoni model boats, and coconut-shell carvings rather than generic imported souvenirs. The local market is best for edible souvenirs like dried fish (Maldive fish) and local spices. Newer malls have opened in Hulhumalé for everyday shopping, though prices for imported goods are generally higher than in mainland Asia due to import duties.