Shopping in Syria

Syria is famous for its souqs (markets). It is the best place for shopping and learning the culture of the country. Souqs sell everything beginning with food and finishing with locally-made furniture. Souq is also an exciting entertainment. The tourists are guaranteed to have fun exploring exotic stalls. The most popular covered markets are concentrated in Aleppo and Damascus. Bargaining is what exactly the tourists need doing shopping in the markets in Syria. Be sure the prices will be considerably lower. The best souvenirs are silk scarves, carpets, leather goods, water pipes, backgammon games, olive-wood carvings, weaving, embroidery, gold and silver jewelry. The visiting card of Damascus is silk brocade embroidered with gold and silver, so being in the capital, buy it for sure. Handmade glass stands for another good present. The glass blowers in Syria can do whatever you want: lamps, plates, or vases.