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Souk Jara

Amman

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Souk Jara

The weekly Souk Jara is an open-air market with food, live music, and an abundance of wares produced predominantly by local craftsmen. It's a weekly affair organised by the Jebal Amman Residents' Association, and profits go to support the community.

Useful Information

  • Address: Fawzi Al Maalouf Street, Amman
  • Opening House: Fri 10am–10pm
  • More Info: https://www.facebook.com/SouksofAmman/

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.

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