Syrian Pavilion at Global Village

 Gourmet Tasting of Baqlawa and Dried Fruits

The Syrian Pavilion at Global Village, the region’s leading Cultural, Shopping and Entertainment family outdoor destination, receives its visitors with the typically warm welcome of the Syrians as they keep offering visitors their homegrown delicacies. The pavilion is designed in the foyer-style entrance with a water fountain to give the feel of the old homes of Damascus. Meanwhile, shops surround the foyer to sell their goods like in the well known Hamidia Bazaar in Damascus.  

Syrian Furniture

Syria is famous for its walnut wood and shell works. From Fatimi style wood engraving to the gold leaves adaption of Andalucía. Antique or modern replicas, Sahara Eastern Works showcase the best of Syrian craftsmanship. One of the antique Arabic cupboards is 89 years old as the shell engraved date goes back to 1350 Hijri. The exhibitor assured that antique pieces attract both Arabs and non-Arab clients. Exhibiting for the fifth year at Global Village, many of the antique pieces have been sold over the years and for this season the smaller cupboard was sold to a client from Kuwait.

Damascus Delicacies

Exhibitors of Syrian Baqlawa, dried fruits and nuts with honey offer a wide range of homemade delicacies. Tasting is a mandate before buyers can make up their minds, says one exhibitor and it is part of the Syrian hospitality.

Syrian Cotton Wear

Famous for its cotton pajamas and T-shirts, stretches and gowns, bath robes and socks the collections come in printed whites and plain soft colors this season and cover children, men and women.

Folklore Fashion

The latest of the Syrian ladies fashion are expressed in the ladies Jilbab, and fashionable handmade pieces with copper coins, crochet works on the sides and embroidery on voile cotton. The exhibitor of Royal Hawdage has been exhibiting at Global Village since 2000, as his collections attract folk lovers especially from Arab nationalities.

Copper Works

Large, party size copper platters for Biryani or rice dishes, coffee holder, chandeliers, wall hung Arabic swords, paintings with copper color Arabic calligraphy as well as handmade colored tea glasses, are all showcased at the pavilion.

Syrian Table Covers

Embroidery on organza, silk or velvet, plain studded or with sequins, the range sparks many home decoration ideas.

Ice Cream

Before leaving the pavilion, the famous Damascus Ice Cream is worth a try. The beat-mix is purely made of mastic, fresh milk and cream and topped by pistachio. Or maybe go for the Balila – which is boiled chick peas with lemon dressing for a more winter-warm snack.

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