The next time you head to Deira City Centre, you’ll spot something new and exciting. Deira’s several markets and souks undergo renovation. The plan of revival is a part of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s directive to conserve the area’s architecture. Numerous futuristic accents have been indeed introduced in the system, which aims to improve Dubai’s cultural character. The old character of the district will spruce up a little to enhance its identity.
Traditional Markets Get A Makeover
Over 220 buildings seem refurbished, with their exteriors reconstructed to enhance the market’s aesthetic appeal and historical relevance. Elements such as coral stone, gypsum, and wood were all utilised in the restoration. The native trees from the area were specifically planted, resulting in a sustainable approach. Building the Al Souq Al Khabeer information centre, well-placed signboards, and authentic lounge spaces freshening up everything from the mattress market to the herbs souq is part of this.
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Shop For Carpets, Lights, Spices, Fashion & Much More
Strategically located at Deira Islands, the fully air-conditioned souk is a centralised, one-stop-shop, stretching 1.9 kilometres along the waterfront. Dubai’s residents and visitors can shop for a huge range of items, including carpets, lights, spices, fashion, electronics and more.
Besides, foodies can relish lip-smacking Thai food at the Thai Market offering, and also shop for handicrafts, and clothing. Souk Al Marfa also features Mohideen supermarket and a range of fast-food restaurants. Designed as an indoor marketplace, Souk Al Marfa brings together businesses from local and international backgrounds in the form of small kiosks, retail stores, showrooms, and street food markets, at the first retail destination on Deira Islands.
Located at Deira Islands, a stone’s throw from Dubai’s oldest and most traditional trading hub, Souk Al Marfa is within easy reach of the Riu Dubai and the soon-to-open Centara Mirage Deira Islands Beach Resort. It is also easily accessible from other parts of Dubai, Sharjah and the northern emirates.
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