Al Husn Souk in Salalah

Al Husn Souk in Salalah

Salalah is the second largest town of Oman. Salalah is located on Oman’s southern coast. Located in Oman's southern Dhofar region, Salalah is widely acknowledged for its rich heritage that has left an indelible mark in the history of Oman. The citizens of Salalah take pride in their glorious history and their rich traditions. The central part of the Salalah is surrounded by the tropical mountains. The pleasant tropical climate and the lush greenery of the tropical landscape attract the guests to experience the town that abounds in marvels of nature. In the 21st century Salalah is making its presence felt in the sphere of economic growth. The second city in the Sultanate of Oman – Salalah is also known for the shopping market of silver and gold items and the best place to buy it is Al-Husn Souk in Salalah.

Al-Husn Souk of Salalah Oman is one of the main shopping markets located near the beach area of Salalah. Al-Husn Souk at Salalah is the centerpiece of the old town. It is located beyond the Sultan’s palace. The market is flourishing with small shops and stores that have something or the other interesting items to offer.

Al-Husn Souq in Salalah is an all outdoor shopping market where the huge lining of small size shops and stores attract the guests to stop and have a look around these shops. People visiting this market of Salalah are certain to get fascinated by the gold and silver items sold here. A variety of incense and perfumes are sold in Al-Husn Souq in Salalah. Frankincense is a chief aromatic resin which is an added attraction of shopping in Salalah.

Al-Husn Souk in Salalah is dominated mostly by the sales women who are seen selling the gold and silver jewellery. The section of the shopping market which sells the silver and the gold ornaments and craft items is believed to be always bustling with people since the silver khanjars, swords and jewellery are of superior quality. The other popular items sold in this market are silver, spices and daggers. The travelers can also buy the traditional silver kohl container from Al-Husn Souk in Salalah, as a souvenir.

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