Okaz Market سوق عكاظ (Taf_06)

<p><strong>Souq Okaz was a major annual fair near Taif, held before Souq al-Majaz, featuring events like horse and camel racing, swordsmanship, wrestling, and poetry competitions. It remained significant even after the advent of Islam. Hassan ibn Thabit (R.A.), the poet of the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.), won many poetic contests at this fair, solidifying his reputation.</strong></p>