Grand Bazar
Grand Bazar is a supermarket and commercial shopping center located in the Miskee district of Duhok, in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Established on 18 May 2020, it operates as a multi-category retail marketplace offering groceries, household goods, clothing, electronics, and imported consumer products. The shopping center is among several modern retail developments that emerged in Duhok during the late 2010s and early 2020s, reflecting changes in consumer behavior and urban commercial growth in the region.
History
Grand Bazar was founded on 18 May 2020 by Iraqi entrepreneur Jiger Bahjat Haji. The establishment of the shopping center coincided with a period of population growth and increased commercial activity in Duhok, which has expanded as a regional center for trade within the Kurdistan Region.
According to third-party reporting, the project aimed to consolidate multiple retail categories into a single, centralized marketplace serving residents of Duhok and nearby districts.
The opening of Grand Bazar occurred during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Like many retail businesses in the region, operations during this period were affected by public health restrictions and economic disruptions.
Location and facilities
Grand Bazar is situated in the Miskee area of Duhok, a district characterized by mixed residential and commercial development.[1] The shopping center is designed to accommodate multiple vendors under one roof, with internal walkways and organized retail sections.
Facilities include designated areas for grocery retail, household goods, clothing, and electronics, allowing customers to access a wide range of products within a single location.
Operations
The shopping center operates as a multi-vendor retail marketplace. Vendors offer a range of goods, including:
- Groceries and fresh produce
- Household and kitchen items
- Clothing and textiles
- Consumer electronics and small appliances
- Imported food and specialty products
Products sold at Grand Bazar include both locally sourced items and imported goods, reflecting supply chains operating within and beyond the Kurdistan Region
Economic and community role
Grand Bazar is part of Duhok’s retail sector and contributes to local commercial activity by providing space for vendors and employment opportunities within the shopping center.
In addition to its economic function, the shopping center serves as a social gathering place for residents, consistent with the traditional role of marketplaces in urban centers across the region.
Reception
As of 2025, coverage of Grand Bazar in independent media has primarily focused on its role as a retail destination within Duhok rather than on national or international expansion.
Further critical or comparative assessments of the shopping center’s impact relative to other retail developments in the region remain limited in publicly available sources.
External links
- Official website – http://grandbazar.krd
- ↑ Local geography or municipal source required