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Covered Bazaar (built in 1453) The Grand Bazaar of Istanbul is believed to be the world's first shopping mall. It houses 4,500 shops, 2,195 workshops, 18 fountains, 472 jewelers, 181 shoemakers, 154 tailors, 129 furniture dealers, 116 rug merchants, a primary school, a tomb, a small mosque, as well as many restaurants, cafés, and tearooms. Spice Bazaar (built in 1660) Vendors sell spices, dried fruits, as well as towels and hand-woven baskets at this famous exotic food market.
Sahaflar Çarşısı
Sahaflar, one of the oldest markets in Istanbul, occupies the site of the Chartoprateia, the book and paper market of Byzantium. During the 19th and early 20th centuries, Sahaflar dominated the sale and distribution of books in the Ottoman Empire. Sahaflar takes pride in being the world's oldest market for publications about Turkey.
Iznik Foundation
Iznik Foundation is the place to go for classic Iznik pottery and replicas of outstanding quality. These are perfect treats for yourself or a friend. Worldwide delivery is avaliable in elegant boxes.
Visit Horhor in Unkapani, Çukurcuma in Cihangir, Mecidiyeköy Antikacilar Çarsisi in Mecidiyeköy to quench your thirst for antiques.
Join the locals at open markets in Ulus on Thursdays, in Kadiköy on Tuesdays, and in Ortaköy on Saturdays & Sundays.
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Bahar Korcan, Rifat Ozbek, Huseyin Caglayan, Ege sisters (Dice Kayek), and Atil Kutoglu represent the pool of talented Turkish designers. The Turkish textile industry and Turkish motif emerge in their creations that combine a rich legacy of design and tradition with technology.
Treat yourself to a pair of MAVI jeans, a Turkish brand sold around the world.
Browse the following sites for fun:
Akmerkez
Selected by International Council of Shopping Centers, ICSC, as the best shopping center in Europe. www.akmerkez.com.tr
Vakko
One of Turkey's leading fashion houses and ready-to-wear labels.
www.vakko.com.tr
Vakko's signature silk scarf and tie collections are very popular. Stop by a Vakko store and experience the newest in men's and women's fashion.
Artisan
Glamorous haute couture evening wear, ball gowns and wedding dresses; specially woven Indian and Ottoman silks. Also, visit the art gallery where an interesting collection of prints and paintings from Turkey are on display.
www.artisan.com.tr
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