Cairo's most famous souk (market), Khan el-Khalili overflows with enough treasures to satisfy even the most insatiable shopper. Baskets of seeds and spices perch next to brightly colored scarves. Alabaster bowls balance precariously on shelves while camel bone carved trinkets intrigue shoppers who brave the winding back alleys. Each jagged turn offers the possibility of undiscovered treasure and many shop owners extend unfulfilled promises of discounted items, freebies, and marriage proposals.
Egyptian man: Hey, Spice Girls! Good prices for you.
Us: Did he just say Spice Girls?
Egyptian: You from Australia, I know. You marry me. I love you forever.
Us: La shukran... No, thank you.
*all photos by Andrea Gregory
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