It's not the same. yes, the building is still mag...

It's not the same. yes, the building is still magnificent. yes, the interior is still fabulous. yes, some of the items for sale are stunning. BUT -
There is not the same outrageous: get anything you want. On top of that, the customers (not the staff) are rude and - entitled. There was a certain tourist population who seemed so very privileged and they simply pushed past and pushed into - as if they are simply used to doing what ever they want. It was VERY unpleasant. Evidently the store is owned by them...in general.

There are several penny machines - only one was working, however.