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Like to shop 'til you drop? Cardiff has all sorts of places just waiting to help you part with your cash. Looking for smooth beats or classic tunes? There is no better place than Spillers Records (36 The Hayes, 029 2022 4905). Allegedly the oldest record shop in the world, these guys really know their stuff. If you're looking to do all your shopping under one roof, Cardiff's indoor market (St Mary Street, 029 2087 1214) has something for everyone. Crammed full of all everything from pets to wigs, you'll be hard pushed to find something this place doesn't sell. For clothes you can't do much better than Topshop (The Andrews Building, Queen Street, 029 2039 8471) As it's the second biggest branch in Europe, they have threads for everyone. And if you're looking for something a bit different, then head down to Nice (12-14 High Street Arcade, 029 2064 5181), which sells all manner of weird and wonderful gifts.
Top five bits of tourist tat you can buy in Cardiff
Welsh flag - By the time you leave town you'll be as patriotic about Cardiff as a leek seller.Welsh love spoon - Spooning of the wooden kind.
Leeks - A far tastier alternative to boring old onions.
Rugby ball - Round balls are so predictable.
Tom Jones CD - This Welsh warbler won't be around forever.
Top five shops to bag a bargain in
Primark - Your one-stop bargain shop, where you can get a whole new wardrobe for a quid.Republic - One for the label lovers among you.
Bejewelled by Wooden - Because dimonique is a girls best friend.
Eccentrix - For the shoe whores among you.
Ushi's - Antique chic for cheap.
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