In a small area between the streets of the old town is one of the most famous bazaar shops. On holidays, festivities, dances in the national Arabic spirit with swords, and knocks of drums take place on this square. The most famous spice shop is closed, and only the sizeable "Nablusi" signboard reminds us that there is antiquity, history, and tradition. The history of the spice store began in 1890 when pharmacist Hajj Ismail Makhroum arrived at the rapidly growing Nazareth. He came from the city of Nablus - the biblical Shechem, and he was nicknamed "Nablusi" - the one who came from Nablus. Almost 150 years have passed since that time, and the traditions of the best spices give from father to son for nearly four generations. Nazareth is a city of legends.
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We decided to go to Nazareth for Christmas. But very quickly, we realized that it is possible and necessary to come to Nazareth without any particular reason. It is a very self-sufficient, authentic, traditional, and modern city with a good spirit, smiling people, and delicious food. We took a walk from Maria’s well through the streets of the old town to the colorful bazaar, the white mosque, the synagogue church, the Church of the Annunciation and the Church of the House of Joseph, the Museum of cave-dwelled Nazareth, Fahome Coffee Shop, Alreda Restaurant, and Tishreen Restaurant. It was a wonderful trip!
Don't be afraid to get lost in new places!
