(Continued from “Jewel at the Arabian Gulf)
The Souqs are the bustling old markets of Dubai, extensive shopping streets covered by wooden arcades, where basically four types of goods are sold: perfumes and scented oils that bring memories of 1001 nights, spices and herbs, gold, and typical clothes. I say “typical” and not “traditional” so not to suggest to the reader that these shops only sell burkas. Far from it. The first thing I was offered upon entering a shop was - believe it or not - a bellydance outfit!! I was good sports and tried it on, well, the skirt at least. It was WAY TOO short and a short skirt was the last thing I needed in a town where most people wore long pants and long-sleeved shirts, in spite of the 40+ degrees. The next outfit the vendor had in mind for me was a burka, the black cloth-like gown that covers a woman from head to toe. At this point I said to myself, why not, when will I ever have the chance again to wear Muslim garment. The result was hilarious (see pic). I eventually went for a simple white cotton pants suit, perfect for the glistening heat.
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This is Pedigree and he likes watching the Animal Planet (a popular US TV channel)! With his shiny black fur he looks like a naughty little devil, but I hear he’s cuddly with his foster mom&dad. I got these pics from a reader, as well as the following link, check it out http://www.catster.com/ and create a webpage for your kitty!
