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You´re looking for antique carpets with their own history? 'Sisko Osman', a truly old style carpet dealer, is the place to go. His findings and masterpieces are showcased in his shop in Zincirli Han and surprises with a beautiful courtyard.
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If you like to buy an item in every country you visit, we recommend to spend some money on Turkish ceramics. Mostly they are hand painted and of good quality. Prices are reasonable.
What can you buy here? Spices of course - and very good spices! 'Nane', dried mint for refining tzatziki, or çörek otu, the black cumin.
They have a lot of different cuts and colors. They know leather, and they know how to match individual needs with the right leather types and styles. Fine leather apparels from Prens are the result of perfect handwork.
All over Turkey you will find Turkish delight being sold. Before buying some to take back home, make sure you taste the different varieties. There are ones with fruits and others with nuts and dried fruits. Be aware that the cheaper versions use corn syrup/sugar and are harmful for your health. Buy from shops with a good reputation.
