Where to buy gifts in Istanbul
Istanbul is considered one of the most important tourist cities in Turkey and in Europe and almost in
the whole world because of the diversity of its natural, historical and cultural regions. Istanbul contains
many old markets and modern shops, from which you will buy the most beautiful souvenirs of this ancient city.
Since after your visit to Istanbul and the enjoyment of the trips that you took, you may want before you leave to buy souvenirs for your home, friends, or relatives, so we will put in your hands the best souvenirs and markets to buy gifts

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The best places to buy gifts in Istanbul

closed market

It is the favorite place for most tourists in the old city of Istanbul. The closed market is located in the heart
of the state of Turkey, where the city of Istanbul is located in Beyazit, especially in the Sultan Ahmed Al-Fateh
district of the European section in Turkey, where the market is located between the Beyazit Mosque and
the Norusmanya Mosque.
. The market includes more than 4,000 shops, and it is divided into several parts. Each profession has its own part,
where there is a street for goldsmiths, a street for selling carpets, and another for clothes, etc.,
in addition to the availability of everything you want and wish for at very reasonable prices.
In the heart of the closed market, there is a large vaulted hall called the “Old Market”, in which the old sales
rituals have been practiced for many centuries, with the presence of leather and textile products in the market
in abundance at reasonable prices. The market is characterized by inclusiveness through the products it displays,
as it displays many historical products such as souvenirs, gold and silver utensils, in addition to that
it displays hand-made products such as carpets, kilims, and handicrafts made of copper, silver and gold.
There are also shops for spices, clothes and foods in addition to modern products. And keep up with the times

Egyptian market

The Egyptian market is located in Istanbul, opposite the port of Eminonu. It contains more than 85 shops.
The real pleasure of shopping is found in wandering among the lanes and streets of the Egyptian market in Istanbul.
The Egyptian market in Istanbul has a special attraction, as the goods are displayed in a distinctive and attractive way.
The market includes various clothing stores that attract you with the colors and shapes of their distinctive products.
What will attract you more strongly are those stores that display traditional costumes, as they are decorated
with unique embroideries to embody the history and culture of this city, and it is available in the market
Men’s clothing stores, in addition to women’s clothing stores, as well as shops specializing in selling wedding dresses.
Despite the multiplicity of stores in the Egyptian market and the variety of goods offered within them,
accessories stores and gold and jewelry stores available in the market are of great importance to
all visitors because of their distinctive pieces and attractive designs.

Learn more about the Egyptian market here

Mahmoud Pasha Market

This market is located in the Eminonu area of ​​Sultan Ahmed, close to the Egyptian market,
in which there are many different Turkish goods at competitive prices, including “bags, makeup, boots,
souvenirs and shawls.” As for the spices market, it is filled with the smell of cinnamon and saffron, And mint,
and wild thyme that add splendor to the place is indescribable, this old market with the best scents
is located behind the new mosque.

Al-Fateh Market

The Fatih market in Istanbul is also considered one of the cheapest Istanbul clothing markets,
as the most prominent feature that distinguishes it is that its prices are very cheap. It is called
the Wednesday market because it is held every Wednesday and consists of 7 main streets and 17 secondary streets
that are crowded with sellers on this day. Al-Fateh Market is considered one of the largest markets in existence,
as it includes many goods and products. There is a place to sell shoes, bags, and clothes that suit all ages,
whether men, women, or children.

The most beautiful souvenirs

glassware

Glassware or glassware is one of the products that tourists visiting Istanbul flock to, and it has a variety of shapes and decorations, and it is of a Turkish nature. It is suitable as gifts for relatives or for your home and decorating it with these beautiful vessels.

Turkish carpets

The carpet industry in Turkey is distinguished by the bright and beautiful colors, golden lines and brocade
that adorn Turkish carpets. Exquisite geometric shapes and elaborate and thoughtful graphics, which
were formed as a result of a mixture of Roman and Byzantine cultures, with the predominance of the Islamic
cultural character in the process of manufacturing Turkish carpets. The long experience and long history
in the Turkish carpet industry, as it is an industry rooted in the ancient Ottoman roots. Turkey is one of the largest carpet manufacturers in the world, as it produces about 40% of carpets and exports them to various countries of the world.

Learn about the carpet industry in Türkiye

traditional sweets

Delicious traditional sweets are among the most famous and popular pastries, as it is easy to cook different types,
such as baklava, lokum, and others. These sweets, among the rest of the Turkish sweets, are the original
and pure ones that can be prepared in the shopping centers of the city, in addition to the shops in the city,
as Istanbul Airport abounds with these delicious sweets that can be taste before shopping.
The taste of Turkish baklava and Turkish delight differs somewhat from its flavor and taste in other countries,
and Turkish spices are use in them. These traditional sweets are great for a delicious snack.

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