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Souq Al-Badu

A Tale of Renewed Trade in Historic Jeddah

Makkah

Souq Al-Badu stands out as one of the markets of historic Jeddah that has been linked to its commercial history and its folk spirit. It is characterized by its ancient architectural style and the diversity of its products and restaurants. It constitutes one of the markets roofed with canopies that protect visitors from the sun's rays.

Despite the antiquity of the name "Souq Al-Badu," which came from the frequent visits of Bedouins to this market in the past.

Due to its location in the eastern part of historic Jeddah, close to Bab Makkah.

Yet, visitors now come from almost all social classes, whether for shopping or for strolling.

Nevertheless, a segment of visitors continues to frequent the market to purchase goods—particularly clothing and textiles—favored among desert-dwelling communities

The uniqueness of this market stands out in its ancient character, as it is distinguished by its old shops passed down from generation to generation.

And by its preservation of the old architectural style and the diversity of its displayed goods.

Souq Al-Badu, which dates back more than a hundred years, possesses several qualities and features that make it more attractive than other markets.

It is among the markets roofed with canopies that protect its visitors from the sun's rays.

It consists of a main corridor intersected in the middle by narrow alleys, with many shops on its sides selling a variety of products.

And restaurants serving traditional dishes such as meat and fish.

Allowing the visitor to immerse themselves in an experience that blends Hejazi heritage with the richness of the folk ambiance

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