بازار مولوی, Traditional marketplace in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
Mawlawi Market is a marketplace in Sulaymaniyah with several buildings selling textiles, fresh produce, spices, and handmade goods. Different types of merchandise are organized in separate sections so shoppers can easily find what they need.
The market developed in the 20th century as Sulaymaniyah grew and needed new trading places. It played an important role in the city's economic growth.
The market is where Kurdish merchants sell their goods and where people from different parts of the city meet and interact. You can observe how trading works in daily life and watch how neighbors conduct business together.
The market is best visited in the morning or early afternoon when it is less crowded and goods are fresh. Bring small change, as many vendors may not have much cash for change.
The textile section of the market is particularly well-known and draws merchants and buyers from across the region. You can find a wide range of traditional fabrics made in local workshops.
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