Souvenir Shopping in Istanbul

Souvenir Shopping in Istanbul

Forget about fridge mugs and magents when shopping for souvenirs in Istanbul, the main draws are jewelry, carpets, and boutique wares, with Turkish lamps, meerschaum, isnik pottery and calligraphy prints also being popular. For centuries Istanbul has been a principal center for trade and commerce. and is a perfect shopping arena for handcrafted and unique …

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Shopping Markets in Istanbul

Shopping Market Tips and Tricks

Be sure read all of our shopping tips before before buying anything at the hitting the centuries-old markets or local pazari in Istanbul. Knowing what crowed stalls mean, why you should bargain before paying, and why defolu can save you money, will ensure you get the most from your market purchases. As well, always be …

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Shopping Markets in Istanbul

Shopping Markets in Istanbul

This centuries-old tradition from the Ottoman Age now has 200 pazari pop up each week in Istanbul. Knowing the top local markets will help you plan your shopping time and where you want to spend your money. The Fatih Market and the Kadikoy Market are the biggest local markets around, while Yesilkoy is more upper-class. …

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Shopping Streets in Istanbul

Shopping Malls in Istanbul

Since Constantinople was the trading hub of the Ottoman Empire, it should come as no surprise that the shopping malls of Istanbul are filled to brim with international, luxurious name brand stores. There are so many options for where to shop in Istanbul, that it’s simply of matter of which store you’re looking for, and …

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