The UR Market

Just outside of the gate, there is a secured area where colilition forces can purchase items from the local Iraqis. This place is called the UR Market, UR because we are very close to the underground City of UR (more to come on that later when I take the UR tour) . The Iraqis sell a lot of things ranging from prayer rugs, blankets, tabacco products (Hooka Pipes, Cuban Cigars), dvd movies and tv shows, and other touristy type stuff. Here are some pics of the area: