Al-Husn Souq or Al-Haffa Souq in Salalah

As the largest and oldest souq in Salalah, the Al Husn Souq is also the busiest. Famous for its immense collection of aromatised frankincense, the souq also sells beautiful handicrafts and breathtaking silver jewellery.  The best location in Salalah for exquisite souvenirs and traditional clothing, some of the best purchases you can make are the iconic silver daggers (named Khanjars), traditional coffee pots (named Dallah), tasselled turbans, and of course the incredible frankincense.  The local merchants sell frankincense coals, burners, essential oils, lotions and perfumes. You can even try some frankincense honey and ice cream! At one corner, you will see the extraordinary Gold Souq, here you can order the type of jewellery you want, and the goldsmiths will make it for you! The most popular accessories at the gold souq are the gold Salalah beads.  The best time to visit the Al Husn Souq is at night as the lights give the souq a bustling and romantic vibe!

The frankincense trade lives on in the narrow alleys of Al-Husn Souk, also known as the perfume market. Local merchants sell frankincense resin, coals and decorative burners for use at home. Frankincense also pops up here in scents, lotions and essential oils. Adventurous eaters can even sample frankincense honey and ice cream.