Traditional Markets in Makkah al-Mukarramah Province

Makkah al-Mukarramah Province is home to several old traditional markets, such as the ancient markets in Taif Governorate and the remnants of its gates like Bab al-Ri', Bab al-Hazm, and Bab al-Abbas. Among the markets of Makkah al-Mukarramah Province:

Traditional Souq al-Qawz: Located in al-Qawz Center in al-Qunfudhah Governorate, south of Makkah al-Mukarramah, it is one of the largest traditional markets in the Kingdom. This market is known for trading livestock, clothing, ghee, honey, incense, dates, fish, poultry, meat, travel supplies, farm equipment, grains, and aromatic plants.

Souq al-Sawarikh: Located in Jeddah Governorate, this market was established over thirty years ago and attracts visitors to Jeddah during the Hajj and Umrah seasons. It includes around twenty-six commercial complexes and 15,000 shops, selling all types of consumer goods such as household furniture, ready-made clothes, electrical appliances, and food items.

Souq Bab Makkah: Also located in Jeddah Governorate, this market specializes in selling food and grocery items, including dates, ground and unground grains, various types of honey, kitchenware, vegetables and fruits, household supplies, meat, cheese, and olives.

Souq al-Badu: Located in Jeddah Governorate, this market dates back over 140 years. It is known for selling Arabic coffee supplies like cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and saffron, as well as fabrics, spices, grains, and traditional Bedouin women's clothing. The market also features shops for polishing gold and silver.

Souq al-Khasskiya: Located in Jeddah Governorate, southwest of Qabil Street, it is known as (Sabahiya). This market is filled with shops selling prayer beads, beans, restaurants, and kitchens. It is a major spot for residents, visitors, pilgrims, and Umrah performers to buy souvenirs like prayer beads, pottery, and fabrics.

Souq al-Alawi: Located in Jeddah Governorate, it serves as a divider between Harat al-Mazloom to the north and Harat al-Yemen to the south, between Qabil Street and Souq al-Badu. The market offers clothing, spices, and household supplies.