Dubai is and has been a titan of trade for centuries. To get a sense of what commerce was like back in the day, take a stroll through one of the city's traditional souks, or bazaars. The Gold Souk ...

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Dubai’s oldest network of souks in the Al Khor area are another evocative way to feel the soul of the city. I find vendors selling everything from spices to gold to flowers, clothes, perfumes ...

Head to one of Dubai's souks or markets, like the Gold Souk or modern Souk Al Bahar, where you can breathe in the spices and perfumes and touch the textiles without handing over a penny.

If you’re thinking of a trip to the souks but aren’t sure what to expect, check out our full guide to all of the Dubai souks here. As well as the old-school souks, you can also head out to shop at one ...

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