Who is the Golden Man of Damascus?

Uncle Abu Ali, known as “The Golden Man” in Damascus, has become the talk of the town due to his distinctive appearance on the streets of the capital. He roams daily wearing gold accessories that exceed 2 kilograms! He wears a lion-shaped ring weighing 300 grams, a golden rosary, and even his mobile phone case is gold. The strangest thing is that his gold necklace ends with a sword weighing up to a kilogram!

Uncle Abu Ali says he loves this gold because it represents Syrian heritage and authenticity. He is never afraid to walk around dressed like this because he believes Damascus has become safe again. He wears handcrafted accessories made by Syrian artisans, taking pride in the precision and beauty of their craftsmanship.

However, he did not convince everyone. Social media users often question whether his gold is genuine, claiming that the pieces are simply gold-plated.

Despite the skepticism and criticism, Uncle Abu Ali carries on, continuing his daily routine in Damascus, adorned in these distinctive golden accessories.

The story sparked a debate—some see it as a display of wealth and tradition, while others think it’s an exaggeration. What do you think?

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