Souq Waqif
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64 reviews
January 2
The place is very clean and pleasant. You can feel the atmosphere of the east, although the building was built only in the twentieth century. It's almost the same in every shop, except for the small change in the variety of magnets and figurines. When entering from Al Ahmad Square, do not buy souvenirs right away - walk along the main street to the end and turn into some nook. There, prices are slightly lower, and sellers are more accommodating, you can bargain. If you stand with your back to the mosque at the entrance and go deeper into the narrow streets, you will immediately come out to spices and sweets. I do not recommend buying sweets - these are international brands that are everywhere (I met sweets produced in Balashikha), but spices and dried fruits (especially dates and figs) are recommended. Go to the store, the name of which is in the photo, this is the only place where we were given to try both nuts and dried fruits in unlimited quantities (they didn't even offer anywhere else, "buy immediately without a sample")
It's very beautiful at night, everything is illuminated, but there are even more people, get ready for the fact that you will have to push
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December 13, 2024
A very clean and authentic Arab market. Arab clothing and leather goods are made and sold here. There are a lot of souvenirs, but also good local products. It's nice to walk and eat. It's very safe. I recommend.
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November 17, 2024
It is very interesting, the atmosphere of the ancient market and the city, you get into the distant past. Oriental flavor and hospitality .
There are many cafes with national dishes, it is not expensive enough.
Exhibitions and various interesting events are constantly taking place. I recommend.
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