Souq Al Mawsim, Traditional marketplace in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia.
The marketplace contains numerous stalls and shops selling local handicrafts, textiles, spices, traditional clothing, and regional food specialties.
The marketplace stands in Diriyah, the first capital of the Saudi dynasty, which served as a central trading point along historical commercial routes.
Local artisans demonstrate traditional crafting methods while merchants continue age-old trading practices passed down through generations of Saudi families.
The market operates daily from 21:30 to 02:30, allowing visitors to shop during cooler evening hours in accordance with local customs.
Each section of the marketplace specializes in specific goods, from date vendors to textile merchants, following traditional souk organization principles.
Location: Diriyah
Address: PHPG+M22, Al Bujairi, Diriyah 13711, Saudi Arabia 13711 Diriyah 13711 Diriyah
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 21:30-02:30
Website: https://diriyah.sa/season/souq-al-mawsim
GPS coordinates: 24.73663,46.57500
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:30
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