Alan Baidun

Jerusalem


Dedicated antiques-lovers are often disappointed by their rummaging in the Old City until they reach Alan Baidun's store. All antiques – from Egyptian amulets to exquisite Islamic art – are sold with export certificates and papers (supposedly) proving their provenance. A few customers report the store not honouring the return policy.

Prepare for a bewildered phone call from your credit-card provider.


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1. 5th Station, Via Dolorosa

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2. 4th Station, Via Dolorosa

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The 4th Station along the Via Dolorosa marks the spot where Jesus is said to have faced his mother in the crowd of onlookers. It is an area of paving…

3. 3rd Station, Via Dolorosa

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On Al Wad St, just a few steps south of the Via Dolorosa, is the 3rd Station, where it is believed Jesus fell for the first time. The station is in the…

4. 6th Station, Via Dolorosa

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5. Ribat Bayram Jawish

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6. Palace of the Lady Tunshuq

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7. 7th Station, Via Dolorosa

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8. 9th Station, Via Dolorosa

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