[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 — ⸻ 📍[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📆 ⸻ ✨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 😊 ⸻ 🎒 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 🌞 ⸻ #SoukAlZal #Riyadh #SaudiArabia #AbsolutelyFreeTrip