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Mutrah Souq
The oldest souq in Oman, go at dusk.
Frankincense, silver khanjars, pashminas and a maze of covered alleys that's been trading for two centuries. Touristy at the front, real the deeper you go.
| Type | Traditional souq |
|---|---|
| Best time | 5–9pm |
| Haggling | Expected, start around half |
| Cards | Bigger shops yes; carry cash |
| Best buys | Frankincense + burner, silver, halwa |
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