Private Turkish Carpet Shopping at Historic Caravanserai
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2h
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About this experience
As a former teacher, a licensed cultural guide with over ten years of experience, and a current Ph.D. candidate researching the philosophy of art, I offer insights that reveal the deeper meaning and soulful essence woven into every Turkish carpet.
During this private experience, you will explore the rich world of Turkish carpet art and discover how natural dyes, silk, cotton, and wool threads, together with traditional weaving techniques, keep an ancient craft alive. You will meet skilled artisans, learn about the symbolism behind colors and motifs, and even try weaving on a traditional loom.
This experience is more than shopping; it is a journey through art, culture, and meaning. The tour ends with a curated carpet presentation where I help you interpret the artistry of each piece and select one that truly reflects your taste and spirit.
Available options
Istanbul Carpet Shopping Adventure at the Historic Caravanserai
What's included
Private guiding by a licensed cultural expert.
Complimentary Turkish tea or coffee during the carpet presentation.
Detailed itinerary
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Stop 1
Explore the artistic spirit of Turkey, where colors and motifs reflect centuries of meaning and imagination.
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Stop 2
1. Visit a Historic Caravanserai
Step inside one of Istanbul’s hidden caravanserais, once a resting place for Silk Road merchants. Explore its courtyards and arches while learning about its history and the art traditions it preserved.
2. Meet Master Weavers
Watch artisans demonstrate traditional Turkish carpet weaving and the delicate process of silk making. Discover how natural dyes, patterns, and techniques have been passed down through generations.
3. Discover the Motifs and Patterns of Carpets
Gain insight into the spiritual and cultural meanings behind colors, motifs, and materials. Each thread tells a story where craftsmanship and belief unite to form living art.
4. Curated Carpet Presentation
Conclude with a personalized presentation of fine Turkish carpets in a serene setting. I help you interpret each piece’s artistry and symbolism and guide you to one that reflects your taste and spirit. More than shopping, it is a private journey into Turkish art, culture, and meaning.
Available languages
Guide guide
EN
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Important information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting point
Our meeting point is the German Fountain in the heart of Sultanahmet, just a few minutes’ walk from the Sultanahmet Tramway Station (T1 line). If arriving by taxi, ask to be dropped off at Sultanahmet Meydanı (German Fountain), a well-known landmark.
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per person
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