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  • Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
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    Al Dhalam (means Darkness in Arabic) Souq is the local name for the Muttrah Souq. The Muttrah Souq is one of the oldest marketplaces in Oman dating back two hundred years. It is located adjacent to the harbour of Muscat and has seen immense trade in the age of sail, being strategically located on the way to India and China. It was named after darkness because of the wooden roofing, crowded stalls and lanes where the sunrays do not enter during the day and the shoppers need lamps to know their destinations. The market was a source of supply for Omanis where they could buy their needs in the 1960s when life requirements were simpler than today. Most of the goods were imported, in addition to local products like textiles, fruit, vegetables and dates.
    In the past, the market was built from mud and palm leaves, which suit and withstand the high temperatures and the hard climate conditions and hence were the best available materials to build the market at that time. Today, the Muscat Municipality has renovated and decorated the market to maintain the popular style but has also introduced modern amenities and redecorated the market to attract tourists and make the shopping experience comfortable for tourists as well as other ordinary shoppers.
    The market becomes more crowded and active during Eid seasons when Omanis come from all over the country to buy garments and jewellery.
    Further inside, there are mixed smells of frankincense, perfume oils, fresh jasmine, and spices.
    Though this souq is one of the best attractions for tourists shopping, to get a parking nearby the souq is almost impossible during busy hours.

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