Souq al-Zal

Souq al-Zal is a traditional marketplace in the ad-Dirah neighborhood of Riyadh, east of the al-Hukm Palace compound. It covers about 9.5 acres and is one of the city's oldest markets, specializing in carpets and agarwoods.

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• One of the oldest marketplaces in Riyadh, specializing in carpet trading
• Sells agarwoods (oud) alongside carpets
• Located in the Qasr al-Hukm District, east of al-Hukm Palace
• Covers nearly 9.5 acres of traditional market space
• Selected as an entertainment zone during the 2022 Riyadh Season

Tickets & Touren

Möglichkeiten, Souq al-Zal zu besuchen

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Wissenswertes vor dem Besuch

• The souq is in the ad-Dirah neighborhood, east of al-Hukm Palace in the Qasr al-Hukm District.
• It specializes in carpets and agarwoods, so expect to see these items prominently.

Ein Stück Geschichte

The souq's origins date back to 1901. Its name comes from 'zulliya', the Gulf Arabic word for floor rug, and it was located near the former Dakhna quarter. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City completed a renovation in 2005.