A local resident tastes dates at the Al-Mubarakiya market in Kuwait City, Kuwait, on April 18, 2019. Al-Mubarakiya is a traditional market in Kuwait City. As one of the oldest markets in Kuwait, it has been around for at least 200 years. The market features a variety of shops such as dates, honey, spices, sweets, vegetables, fruits, meat, and fish, as well as gold and silver jewelry. (Xinhua/Asad)