Sunday at the Flea Market

Yesterday we went to the big flea market here in Novi Sad. It was a beautiful, sunny day and it seemed as if everyone was there. We just hopped on the bus by our apartment, made a quick transfer in the center of town and got off the bus right at the entrance to the flea market.

At this flea market, you can buy everything! Cars, spices, household goods, fresh fruits and vegetables, clothing, shoes, birds, puppies, TV antennas...everything. Many people seemed to be getting ready for fishing...those stands were really busy selling rods and reels, lures, and other supplies.

There is a section where you can buy used things...stuff alot like a US garage sale would have....old books, grandma's old china, etc. It was funny to see all these old LP's from the 70's and 80's. Many of the people I have met here have phonograph record players in their homes, so there is a market for them, I suppose.

When we walked in to the flea market, I could smell the fresh rattan from a vendor who was selling rattan tables and chairs and beautiful baskets. Easter is coming soon and this year the Orthodox holiday and the Catholic holiday are on the same day, so some of the baskets had an Easter basket theme. My friends tell me that children here celebrate Easter much the same as in the US.

We passed an area where food vendors sold sandwiches, coffee and other drinks. There was also grilled food available. Everything smelled very good.

As we left the flea market, an older man played his violin and people dropped a few coins in his empty case. His wife sat nearby and just listened.

As we walked through the market, my companions saw friends and everyone stopped to say "dobar dan" (good day) and to speak for a few minutes before continuing on their way.

It is a great way to spend a Sunday, even if all you do is just "window shop".