Saturday 3 July 2010

Souk Jara - a lovely outdoor market in Amman

In 2004, in order to maintain and preserve the identity of the Jabal Amman area the residents created an association named JARA (Jabla Amman Residence Association). It is a very attractive area, lovely to walk around in, lots of old houses to look at.

During the summer months, on fridays, there is a small outdoor flea market called Souk Jara which has been organised. It is located off Rainbow Street, next to the Jordan River Foundation. I think I remember that I have read somewhere that the market is open from 9am to 9pm.

The entrance to Souk Jara

Views of the Market

We went just before lunch and there wasn't that many people, it was still possible to walk around with Bibs in her stroller. There are 40 so stalls selling everything from hand made jewelry, honey, frames, handcrafts. The girl with the soaps, that I met at the Farmer's market is there as well. She told me that in the evenings there are concerts as well. I guess the crowd is a bit different then. There is a playground for kids and a small alley with lots of food stalls as well.

Food stalls - very busy!

If you are in Amman on a Friday during the summer months, it is definetely worth a visit. I really liked it. I think I will be going back next week and browse for a couple of gifts to bring with me when we are going back to Europe.

A little bit before the market on the opposite side of the street, there is a small shop selling handcrafts. There are some really lovely things - a bit expensive though.


As usual I am updating my map, you can find a link to it at the bottom of the page.

2 comments:

Elisa said...

oh wow, I'm really impressed with the wonderful things at the market. I noticed at the food stalls some sopapillas (round friend tortillas) near the flowers. do you know what they are?

Great place to purchase gifts for your upcoming trip.

Unknown said...

i was pretty impressed as well! will be going back by myself on friday, goes with bibs and bobs not easy to take my time!! keep forgetting to ask Bobs what these "tortillas" are called - i think they are made on wheat, so will be back with the answer :)

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