Exploring Dubai
A visit to Dubai is not complete without a browse through the gold, spice, and perfume souks. 'Souk' is the Arabic word for a market where goods are bought or exchanged. The Dubai Souks are a striking contrast to the modern shopping malls found throughout the city. Dubai souks are swarmed with people busy negotiating with shopkeepers in the age-old tradition.
Dubai souks are located at Deira and sells gold jewelry, traditional spices and perfumes. Gold prices are among the lowest in the world here. Each shop window is crammed with gold necklaces, rings, bangles, earrings and brooches. In the evening the area is a hive of activity.