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The Gaza Mall is a shopping mall that opened in Gaza in July 2010. The fully air-conditioned, modern, indoor shopping venue in the Rimal neighborhood of Gaza extends over 19,000 sq. ft. There are two floors with shops offering international brands.〔("1st Gaza mall attracts thousands; Despite siege, new shopping center in Strip opened its doors last Saturday to enthusiastic crowds, offering international brands, much-needed air-conditioning. Mall's manager promises affordable prices tailored for local residents" ), Ali Waked, 07.20.10, Ynet.〕 It was built at a cost of $1.5 million.〔("As the Israeli blockade eases, Gaza goes shopping" ), Donald Macintyre, 26 July 2010, The Independent.〕 ==Shopping experience== Salah a-Din Abu Abdo, chair of the mall's board of directors, promised "attractive and competitive prices" in an effort to replace Gaza's traditional open air markets with a comfortable, air-conditioned shopping experience.〔 His goal is to "develop a marketing and leisure culture" among Gazans.〔 According to The Guardian, the Mall is part of an entertainment "circuit" for wealthy Gazans, which includes seaside cafes, swimming at the Crazy Water Park and riding at the Faisal Equestrian Club.〔("Gaza's elite enjoy riding at Faisal," ) Harriet Sherwood, September 6, 2010, The Guardian.〕 The mall features a pharmacy, separate prayer rooms for men and women and stores selling shoes, toys, clothing, and office supplies.〔 A supermarket, children's play area, and restaurant are planned but were not operating in time for the grand opening.〔 According to CBS News, construction materials and concrete were brought in via the Gaza Strip smuggling tunnels.〔("Israel's Gaza Blockade Baffles Both Sides," ) May 28, 2010, CBS News.〕 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Gaza Mall」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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