Manama Attractions
Description
Venue: Souk When: Daily; not Fri
Bahrain has three souks which merge indistinguishably into one another. Everything from coloured cloth to gold and jewellery is available to buy, as well as delicious local fruit, vegetables, spices and herbs.
The central market (completed in 1978) is the place for fruit and veg, herbs, nuts and spices. The gold souk sells Bahrain gold, which is usually 21 carat and carries a hallmark. Goldsmiths can also create pieces to order if you don't see anything you like (but make sure you set a price first). The same goes for the materials part of the souk, where you can bring along a favourite item of clothing, choose your cloth and have a replica made by Bahraini tailors for excellent prices. Textiles available include silk, cotton and wool.
Always bargain in the souk, as it is part of the fun. It is worth finding out from a local what price they would expect to pay so you know what a reasonable exchange will be.
Bahrain has three souks which merge indistinguishably into one another. Everything from coloured cloth to gold and jewellery is available to buy, as well as delicious local fruit, vegetables, spices and herbs.
The central market (completed in 1978) is the place for fruit and veg, herbs, nuts and spices. The gold souk sells Bahrain gold, which is usually 21 carat and carries a hallmark. Goldsmiths can also create pieces to order if you don't see anything you like (but make sure you set a price first). The same goes for the materials part of the souk, where you can bring along a favourite item of clothing, choose your cloth and have a replica made by Bahraini tailors for excellent prices. Textiles available include silk, cotton and wool.
Always bargain in the souk, as it is part of the fun. It is worth finding out from a local what price they would expect to pay so you know what a reasonable exchange will be.
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