Souk Al-Harajb
Souk Al-Harajb
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HomeTeamTraveller
New South Wales, Australia44 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
The ancient city is chaotic, dirty, busy, rough and can be smelly. If this is not your cup of tea then I suggest that you would hate the place. If you are brave enough to get past the staring and you are not one to feel intimidated, if you are up for a really unique experience then this is the city for you. I have visited 5 times and have never felt unsafe. I think you could spend days exploring the streets and alleys / it's like Aladdin's Cave. Spice shops, butchers (recently slaughtered animals hanging off hooks) , fish sprawled on carts, children running errands on motorised bikes through lane ways, fruit carts, traffic without streetlights , streets of gold, the list is endless, hand calved treasures. This city is not for the faint hearted and if 5 star is what your after then it is not for you. If there were not cars driving around then one would be forgiven for thinking This city were ancient. I am mesmerised by this place every time. Always haggle with prices and start by cutting it down by at least 50% while shopping. Always ask for price of taxi fare before entering to your next destination out of Tripoli. The "street of Gold" is a must see. Most of the alley ways (as opposed to the large more modern streets) is where all the unique stuff is. If you can get past the distraction of dirt and crazy whilst exploring these alleys , you will literally look up to find the most stunning ancient Arab architecture that has almost been lost over time.
Written 16 August 2016
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Sonja R
London, UK182 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
The entry is close to the Citadel or the Crusader Castle. Wide variety of old and antique shops. The souks contain different shops and offer different products and services. They consist of the Al-Attareen Souk, the Al Bazerkan Souk, the Al-Haddadin Souk, the Al-Haraj, Al-Kameh souk, the Al-Kameh souk, the Al-Koundarjiyeh souk, the Al-Nahhasin Souk, the Al-Samak Souk and the Al-Sayyaghin Souk. The best surprise for me was that it was clean and relatively well organized. We visited just before and during prayer time on a Saturday so it was much less crowded.
And a visit to the souks wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Khan al-Khayateen.
And a visit to the souks wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Khan al-Khayateen.
Written 20 June 2015
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Sam E
Ashmore, Australia204 contributions
Mar 2019 • Friends
Roaming the streets of the Souks... Lots of market stalls and shops but there is a section specifically for Gold. Lots of great craftsmen and plenty of shops to choose from. Be careful if they know your from overseas (and they will if you can't disguise your voice) prices jump up sharply.
The souk also has other attractions around it.
The souk also has other attractions around it.
Written 18 March 2019
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Fi S
London, UK525 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
This souk dates back to the 14th Century, and is Tripoli's only covered souk. The high vaulted roof is beautiful - and they think dates back to Roman or Crusader structures. It's wonderful to simply amble around and take in the various activities, trades and wares on display. Excellent quality spices to be found here, if you want a culinary reminder of Lebanon.
Written 20 May 2018
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Marek M
Czestochowa, Poland172 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
Lot of shops, small, narrow old streets, where you can find almost everything. But be careful, it is easy to lost the way. Worth to find soap court, with magnificent, hand-made soaps in different colours and shapes, soaps looks-like fruits, toys, jewellery, smell exellent. Buy fantastic, extraordinary souvenir. At all, nice place to spend some time in exellent environment. And, necesserily, drink a street coffee.
Written 18 May 2018
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Maria Alexandra V
Sykesville, MD44 contributions
Nov 2017 • Friends
What an experience it is to visit a traditional souk like this. Locals all over the place going around their shopping, from clothing to spices to gold. And gold is relatively less expensive than in other markets in the Middle East. It is not very big although it can be chaotic at times. There are also street food available - I liked the traditional Lebanese bread with cheese. Very safe, people are friendly.
Written 25 November 2017
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Tony W
Sydney, Australia4,606 contributions
Jan 2017 • Family
Visiting the souks in Lebanon is great as you really get a taste of the local culture and the area. By far the souks in Tripoli have been the most different. They are manic to say the least and are not directed at tourists. They are however the dirtiest we have visited but don't let this put you off as it is what it is and is great to experience.
Written 6 January 2017
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Sheri Laizer
Carcassonne Center, France661 contributions
May 2016 • Solo
Tripoli is a city that needs to grow on you as you explore deeper, further, wider, to come to terms with its character.
The new city has developed at a distance from the original heart of Tripoli - or perhaps, as it was explained to me by a student from the city, it is in fact three cities in one and its Greek name is therefore enduringly true today: tri (three) 'polis' (cities). Tarabulus, its name in Arabic. The Phoenicians knew it as Athar before that. Settlement dates back to 1400 BC.
Tripoli is considered to date to the 14th century BC. It boasts the largest Crusader fortress in Lebanon, the Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles. Its Mamluk architecture is second only to Cairo.
There are few foreign visitors at present owing to regional security issues but it is worth travelling there at such a time. The locals helped me with directions, took me to the souk, to the coach terminal etc. as I was there during the municipal elections and there were few taxis.
The new city has developed at a distance from the original heart of Tripoli - or perhaps, as it was explained to me by a student from the city, it is in fact three cities in one and its Greek name is therefore enduringly true today: tri (three) 'polis' (cities). Tarabulus, its name in Arabic. The Phoenicians knew it as Athar before that. Settlement dates back to 1400 BC.
Tripoli is considered to date to the 14th century BC. It boasts the largest Crusader fortress in Lebanon, the Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles. Its Mamluk architecture is second only to Cairo.
There are few foreign visitors at present owing to regional security issues but it is worth travelling there at such a time. The locals helped me with directions, took me to the souk, to the coach terminal etc. as I was there during the municipal elections and there were few taxis.
Written 29 June 2016
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sofiatriantini
Thessaloniki Region, Greece21 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
The best traditional souk in Lebanon! The prices are super low even if you don’t bargain! The people at the shops are super kind and helpful and most if them speak English! Of course like in all other souks you have to be careful about your personal stuff since the place is very crowded. Overall, our experience at Tripoli was amazing!
Written 13 August 2019
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Ana L
Navan, Ireland2,682 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
This is the ideal place to buy your lunch and snacks in Tripoli. Good food, and freshly bakes. Also nice for some souvenirs, even if not touristy.
Written 20 January 2019
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Bonjour
Y a t il un jour de fermeture des souks de Tripoli pendant le ramadan de mai 2019?
Merci
Written 18 February 2019
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