Osh Bazaar ( ky, Ош базары ) is one of the largest

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. It is located on the west side of town, and is not far from the Western Bus Station. At Osh Bazaar, one can buy

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products, almost any common household good,

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, souvenirs, and even musical instruments.

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are sold in the national goods section, called "Kyyal" ( ky, Кыял - "fantasy/dream"), and may be special ordered (for size, colour, etc.) through the bazaar vendors. The national goods section also includes vendors who sell carved wooden trunks ( ky, сандык), national bedding ( ky, төшөк), national cradles ( ky, бешик), small souvenirs, and many other locally produced items relevant to the traditional and modern culture of Kyrgyzstan.

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