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Exploring the Rich History and Culture of The Streets of Magliah

  • Writer: Alia Alrashed
    Alia Alrashed
  • Mar 16
  • 2 min read

Updated: Mar 22


✨ A Market That Feels Like a Storybook ✨


Historic street in Magliah Market lit by warm hanging lights at night

Walking into Magliah Market feels like stepping into a dream. The warm yellow lights hanging above, the old buildings with their little windows, and the sound of people chatting and laughing are the kind of places that make you want to slow down and take it all in.


Shops line both sides of the street, each filled with something special and beautiful handmade jewelry, colorful fabrics, spices that smell amazing, and souvenirs that feel like little pieces of history. The shopkeepers are super friendly, always smiling, and happy to tell you what they sell. Sometimes, they even give out free samples of dates or Arabic coffee, which makes the whole experience even better by trying new thing!


Night view of Magliah Market street with glowing lights and old buildings

🌿 Why Is Magliah Outstanding?


  • You can learn things you won't learn anywhere else, from Saudi traditional attire to perfumes made by hand.

  • The whole marketplace is so alive, with parents shopping, kids running around, and vendors calling out all sorts of fascinating stuff.

  • The blend of historic architecture and lively spirit seems like it is an impeccable mix of old and new.


Entrance to Gate 13 of Magliah Market, showcasing traditional Saudi architecture

Echoes of Magliah: A Journey into the Old Market


Years back, Magliah was more than just a market, it was the beating heart of Riyadh. When there were no modern shopping malls and centers at that time, this is where everybody would go for everything. Merchants would cross deserts long distances, with spices, cloth, and valuable items from India, Persia, and even China.


The marketplace was always active, from early morning to late evening. There were no neon lights or giant billboards to advertise just shop owners shouting bargains, merchants haggling over prices, and kids dodging through the crowds, clutching bags of fresh bread or dates to be taken home.


Then, buying something wasn't just a passing transaction it was an experience. If you were buying a rug, you would sit down with the seller, have a cup of tea, and listen to the story of where it came from. If you were buying perfume, the seller would let you try different scents, telling you the ingredients and how they were made.


And the best part? Some of these traditions still exist today. There are still shopkeepers who have been here for generations, carrying on their family’s legacy, selling the same types of goods their grandfathers once did.


Even though the world outside has changed, Magliah has held onto its soul. Walking through its streets, you’re not just visiting a market—you’re stepping into a living piece of history.


Wouldn’t you love to experience that for yourself?



 
 
 

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