[Souk Al Zal | Riyadh's Old Town: "A market filled with Arabian traditions and human warmth"]

[Souk Al Zal | Riyadh Old Town "A market full of Arabian traditions and human warmth"]

— Riyadh's oldest souk (market), surrounded by the aroma and heat of Arabia.
A place where you can encounter "Saudi life" from bahra, perfume, carpets, and Saudi formal wear. Price negotiations and interacting with locals are also part of the charm —

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📍[Location]
About a 5-minute walk from Masmak Fort. It's located in the "Deira district" of Riyadh🕌
Just tell the taxi driver "Souk Al Zal"🚕

🕰[Opening hours]
Many stores are open from 9:00 to 13:00 in the morning and from 16:00 to 22:00.
They are closed in the morning on Fridays, and many are open only in the evening and at night📆

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✨Recommended points
• An authentic bahra experience! : Traditional Saudi clothing, scented turbans and capes are lined up, and you can wear them ◎
• Surrounded by the scent of perfume and oud: You can experience perfume making in the store, and enjoy the unique scent of Saudi Arabia 🪔
• Great for looking for antiques and souvenirs: There are many silverware, sword ornaments, Arabic coffee sets, etc., and it's worth seeing ✨
• Fun to interact with locals: English is a little hard to understand, but you can have fun with gestures 😊

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🎒 Tips
• Price negotiation OK! : They will tell you the price a little aggressively, so smile and enjoy the negotiation 👍
• When taking a photo, say something to the shop staff 📸
• An atmosphere where female travelers can walk around with peace of mind: They are used to tourists and many are kind
• Take measures against the heat and stay hydrated! : There is a lot of outdoor space, so be especially careful during the day 🌞

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