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 Posted: Thu May 18, 2006 6:00 am Post subject: IRAQ SHOPPING PARADISE : Shopping in Iraq Guide |
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IRAQ SHOPPING PARADISE : Shopping in Iraq Guide
Shopping
The long-established town markets sell copperware, silver, spices, carpets and brightly coloured rugs. In Baghdad the copper market is a centre of noisy activity with coppersmiths beating their pots into shape.
Shopping hours:Sat-Thurs 0830-1300 and 1700-1900.
City Markets: Souvenir of Your Visit
Do you want a souvenir of your visit to Iraq? Baghdad's famous souqs and bazaars have avast variety of lovely oriental objects. You will find them mostly just off Rashid Street, between Martyrs (Shuhada) Bridge and Ahrar Bridge. One of the most interesting is the Coppersmith Souq, where copper is still beaten in the old traditional way into pots and pitchers of all shapes and sizes. The noise is great and so is the sight. Shops spill over with copperware for household or decorative uses, to suit all tastes. Primitive, austere, elaborate, highly ornate — you can choose any you like. Further on you will come to one specialized souq after another in a labyrinth of arcades. Don't miss the Clothiers Souq for a delightful sight of yards and yards of colorful material unfurled in beautiful arrangements, or the Rugs Souq where hand-woven rugs in striking local motifs and colors are on magnificent display. Nearby, on the other side of Rashid Street, is the so-called Shorjah, one of the most important trade centers of the city. Full of household wares, this place is aromatic with the smell of coffee, tea, spices and soap, and bustles with movement and noise.
Off Rashid Street again, along the river, is Mustansir Street, a woman's paradise for clothes, shoes, handbags and cosmetics. At one end of it you will find the traditional gold and silversmiths known for centuries for their lovely jewelry. The are so many souvenirs and gifts which you can buy at the Folklore Center.
Source: virtualtoursit.com |
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