I’ve always loved strolling the streets of the old souk, especially in the early hours. No matter how many times I’ve been there, Mubarakiya always has interesting little corners and scenes to discover and capture every time. That’s what I love about it!

If you keep your eyes peeled and are mindful of the surroundings, you’d be surprised at how many details and moments are hidden in the everyday life of this souk.

A shop selling cookware

Coffee break in a shop selling Prayer Beads (Misbah).

Mubarakiya’s signature mural gives it a youthful and modern touch in the midst of an old souk.

Reflecting on something… in a perfume shop.

Accessories for Prayer Beads

The endless variety of Prayer Beads