Al Afghani Bazaar
Amman
Copyright: Peppy Graphics/shutterstockAl Afghani Bazaar
This long standing souvenir store's roots go back to late 19th century Palestine, where the owning family first established a shop. It's packed to capacity with ceramics, jewellery, lamps, and all manner of tinkles born to make excellent gifts; a trip out of downtown to come here is certainly in order.
Useful Information
- Address: Princess Rahmah Bint Al-Hasan Street, Amman
- More Info: www.alafghanibazaar.com/en
- Address: Sat–Thu 10am–10pm, Fri 5pm–10pm
- More Info: https://www.facebook.com/alafghani.r
Shopping
There is some serious shopping to be done in the capital, and some incredible bargains to be had. For those interested in purchasing gold, the Gold Souk in Ali Ben Abi Taleb Street is the place. Jewellery is often sold by weight, and prices can be brought down if you haggle. To support local social initiatives, shop at one of the several establishments across Amman that forward profits to craftspeople and rural communities that produce goods: textiles, pottery, cosmetics, herbs, spices and more.