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Monday, April 1, 2013

Pedestrian Crossing at the Fresh Produce Market

This is a scene at the huge open air fruit and vegetable market in Jeddah.  Cars are not allowed inside the numerous wide aisles which are filled with vendors, shoppers, and flatbeds.  I find this place amazing, although I prefer going during the cooler winter months.

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18 comments:

  1. Red Nomad OZApril 1, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    So much colour and exotica! Looks like a wonderful place to explore ... but happy to take your advice about saving it for winter!

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    1. Susie of ArabiaApril 1, 2013 at 10:42 PM

      Hi Red Nomad Oz - The produce tends to get more pungent in the warmer months too ...

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  2. Tanya BreeseApril 1, 2013 at 3:17 PM

    what a great place to do your shopping....love all the bright colors!

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    1. Susie of ArabiaApril 1, 2013 at 10:43 PM

      Hi Tanya - It's really fun to go there. My husband loves to bargain with the vendors. It's unbelievably cheap compared to the prices in the states.

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  3. DinaApril 1, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    Your souk looks so orderly. It's nice to see the different people in action.

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    1. Susie of ArabiaApril 1, 2013 at 10:45 PM

      Hi Dina - I love seeing the huge bunches of herbs stacked so neatly. It's pretty!

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  4. LOLfromPasaApril 1, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    Looks splendid!

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    1. Susie of ArabiaApril 1, 2013 at 10:46 PM

      Hi LOLfromPasa - Thanks for stopping by and commenting!

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  5. PerthDailyPhotoApril 1, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    Ooo! All that colourful produce looks delish Susie. I agree markets are always more enjoyable in cooler weather.

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  6. Ann ErdmanApril 1, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    I'm one of the Pasadena bloggers and clicked through from Petrea's site. Thanks for this lovely slice of life from your corner of the world!

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  7. SharonApril 1, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    There is just something about an open air market that makes the food taste that much better.

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  8. cieldequimperApril 1, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    I can just about smell it! Wonderful!

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  9. Jerry Mc KennaApril 1, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    It's odd to see a man dressed in black. It almost looks like a priest's cassock.

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    1. Susie of ArabiaApril 1, 2013 at 10:41 PM

      Hi Jerry - During the cooler months here, men are more likely to wear darker colors and even wool thobes.

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  10. CarraolApril 2, 2013 at 6:02 AM

    Great capture, colorful and very original. The place looks interesting!

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  11. Oakland Daily PhotoApril 2, 2013 at 6:36 AM

    This is fascinating to me as I can't imagine where they would grow vegetables. I think Saudi Arabia and all I can think is "desert."

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  12. UnknownApril 4, 2013 at 9:43 PM

    Great street life shot! I love markets, there always is so much to see.

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  13. BuckApril 6, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    I wish our outdoor markets were this organised! This is an exquisite interpretation of the theme, kudos!

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