A travel show focusing on the world's best indoor and outdoor markets and bazaars.
Every market brings a unique experience specific to its location and surrounding culture. From a relaxing foot massage in Thailand to a fun backgammon match in Jerusalem, this episode reveals the special experiences markets have to offer.
Local food is a fascinating aspect of any market . The aroma, spices and the way the food is served can reveal so much about a place and culture. In this episode, Ishai Golan takes the viewers on a culinary tour through the heart of the markets.
Mercato Central, or "Mercato di San Lorenzo," is the central market in Florence. Built in the late 19th century, today there are more than 250 stores and over 10 thousand visitors every day. The stands are known for selling Tuscany's finest products.
Mahane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem is one of the most popular markets in Israel. The market is known for its "song birds," lively merchants who yell and call out, and has become one of the city's landmarks.
Host Ishai Golan heads off to Nice, the capital of the French Riviera, to get better acquainted with the beautiful Cours Saleya market. The market features special goods from the Provence region such as flowers, olive oil soaps, herbs and more.
Istanbul's Grand Bazaar is one of the world's largest roofed markets, with 500,000 visitors each day to its 3600 stores. The market is a shopper's heaven, where Turkish hospitality comes to the fore.
The Chatuchak weekend market is one of the largest in the world, with over 200,000 visitors passing through to browse art, clothing, antiques, electronics and even animals.Visitors can also taste Thailand's famous street foods and enjoy a foot massage.
The White Market in Acre, named for its limestone walls, is an extraordinarily vibrant market. In this market, Jewish and Arab merchants work together in harmony, and a perfect combination of curious salesmen, scents, colors and flavors can be found.
Exploring Gendarman Market, the "Christmas Magic" market, situated in the heart of Berlin. Included: stands featuring Christmas gifts, handmade crafts, foods, pastries, beverages and a live show.
The Jaffa Flea Market stays busy every day of the week. The market offers second hand clothing, antique furniture, books and records in over 100 different stands. In recent years, the market has become an artistic center and draws an eclectic crowd.
La Boqueria Market is known as the most popular food market in Spain. It is vibrant, bursting with fragrances and flavors. Over 300 stores line the market alleys employing 1500 people and catering for over 30 thousand visitors a day.
Monastiraki market is situated in the center of Athens. The name "Monastiraki " means in Greek "little monastery", but the market attracts everyone in town, not only monks. Established in the 19th century, the flea market today sells countless products.
Crawford market is one of the city's central markets. Built in 1882 as a British fortress, nowadays, with thousands of stands, it attracts 50 thousand visitors daily. Almost everything is available—from fruits and vegetables to cosmetics and saris.