A week ago, I did my post of the photographs I took from the Damascus souk — at least the spice and food ones. Here are some more shots from this really wonderful spot.
one of the smaller alleyways in the Damascus souk
raw fabrics for sale
bike in hallway
one of the interesting sights is... no women salespeople
knife sharpener in the souk
just liked the juxtoposition
main street of the Damascus souk
another shot of the main street
you can buy anything here... including any stuffed animal you want
anyone want a rug??
after a long day's work.... ya got to get some rest
The Damascus souk, perhaps the largest of its kind in the world. Well worth a visit, when things finally start settling down in this great country. Although I am a huge fan of Palmyra, in the western part of this country, you obviously need to start your Syrian visit in Damascus.
Now if we can just get a change of government and some stability over there. It is painful for me to read the many stories about the horrors going on there, given how many wonderful Syrians I have met in my short time there.
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The bike in the hallway was my favorite! Look at all those rugs-do any of them offer magic carpet rides? (Sorry, I was watching a David Blaine special earlier!)
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Great shots! It’s a place I intend to visit once Assad and his cronies stop butchering people. Love the vibrant colours but can you imagine working in that cuddly toy shop? It would give you a headache in 5 seconds I reckon
Cheers
Josh
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Great photos! Reminds me of the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul
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Great photos and post! I loved this Souk! It’s one of the few where I wasn’t constantly hassled to buy something!
I like the photo of the bike!
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Gotta love those hidden, dark hallways. I’m slightly obsessed with them.
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How many belly dancing outfits did you buy?
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