Just off the huge Souk el-Hamidiyye is the specialist area for the humble argileh, or hubbly bubbly pipe. Standing in neat rows in the windows, or hanging from ceiling from the small stalls, they come in a various sizes, shapes and colours, down to a tiny eight-inch tall model. The excuse “how will I get it home” won’t work as the shopkeepers will take it apart and pack it away in a handy carrying case. Don’t forget the fruity tobacco and charcoal pieces.