Market shopping is excellent in Syria, but the experience in Aleppo's souks stands out, owing to its 14 kilometers of narrow, covered bazaars.
Unlike Damascus with its tall, corrugated iron ceilings, Aleppo's souks have lower brick ceilings that produce a pleasing tunnel effect. The souks open out to the old city at intervals through busy gateways that feel like rabbit holes. Visitors disappear into and resurface somewhere entirely different, laden down with spices, leather goods, fabric or fine metal crafts purchased on the way.
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