The Three Markets

Jerusalem


A trio of narrow markets near the Mauristan still inhabits the narrow alleys established here during Crusader times. The boundaries between the three markets – once goldsmiths, butchers and perfume makers – are now blurred, but it's a highly atmospheric place to browse clothing, jewellery and food (of varying degrees of quality).

Stall hours vary, though they tend to open before 9am and wind down in the late afternoon.


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