Shopping
The Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, World’s Oldest and Biggest Covered Market
The Grand Bazaar (Kapalı Çarşı), built in the 15th century, is the oldest covered market in the world. Covering an area of 54.653 square meters, it also still ranks as one of the world’s biggest
How to Bargain Like a Pro in Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar and Elsewhere
The Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world housing over 3000 shops, is more than just a sightseeing spot. Ever since the 15th century, it has been bustling with
Top 5 Markets in Istanbul
Every week in Istanbul more than 200 markets (pazar) are set. This is an old tradition that comes from the Ottoman times. Markets in Turkey offer more than just fruit and vegetables. You can find
What Is Baklava – and Where To Find the Best Baklava in Istanbul?
You must taste baklava during your stay in Istanbul. The recipe may sound too easy to be true: chopped nuts are spread in between the phyllo (yufka) layers, dressed with butter, baked and sweetened with
Where to Buy What Quality Souvenirs in Istanbul
Actually, the question is not only what souvenirs to buy in Istanbul, but how to make sure the gifts are original and of excellent quality! With Istanbul’s vast history and different influences, you get easily
Top 9 Shopping Centers in Istanbul
Shopping centers can be considered as a very young concept in Turkey, since the history goes back only to the late 80s. However, once the malls appeared on the shopping scene, the Turks embraced them.
Do You Know These Istanbul Shopping Secrets?
Are you one of those who are sick of visiting the same international brand stores in every city? I am sure finding a local designer store hidden somewhere in the city would charm right away.
