TOURISM PRODUCT ATTRACTION IN TURKIYE

 TOURISM PRODUCT ATTRACTION 

TURKISH CARPET 

The history of Turkish carpets date back to the nomadic roots of the Turks in the Central Asia. Carpet had a strong influence in nomadic tribes. Because they were moving quite often and lived in tents, carpet was a portable object which made the ground easy to step on.

Initially, carpet was used due to its functionality and later it had decorative features in order to adapt to tents and surrounding environment. The oldest carpet is Pazyryk carpet dating back to 400 BC. Found during archeological excavations in Siberia, the history of this carpet date back to the period of Scythians. It is exhibited today in Hermitage Museum in Russia. The heart of Turkish carpet and kilim industry today beats in the touristic cities like Istanbul, Izmir and Kayseri. Biggest carpet workshops and stores are located in Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, Ephesus and Kusadasi in Izmir and Cappadocia region in Nevsehir and Kayseri.

Nakkas Oriental Rugs stands out among the best carpet shops in Istanbul with its collection of thousands of carpets. The shop, which consists of several floors, has an incredible collection of carpets and rugs.

TURKISH TEA SET 

In addition to the traditional tea preparation ritual, Turkish tea also comes with a few accessories. Teapots, known as “çaydanlık,” are often used to boil the water and steep the tea before it is poured into glasses.

Tea glasses are usually small and narrow-necked and have a more concentrated flavour than regular cups. The shape of these glasses helps keep the heat from escaping quickly, allowing for a longer-lasting aromatic experience.

The çaydanlık and tea glasses may be made from copper, stainless steel, or glass. Turkish people are very particular about their tea-drinking utensils. The quality of these materials can affect the taste of the tea. Copper çaydanlık is particularly prized for its ability to heat up evenly, as well as its traditional look and feel In Turkish culture.

You can get this tea set at Shafak Store in Istanbul or any souvenir shop at Grand Bazar.

TURKISH CERAMIC 

The art of Turkish ceramics developed in Anatolia in the earliest ages of the region, and play a very important role in Turkey’s history and culture.

Turkey’s history of ceramic production dates back to about 10,000 years, with different types developing in multiple regions. During the mid-20th century era, mass production began as Turkish ceramic producers built factories to produce the ceramics on a much larger scale, leading to the popularity and incline in production of Turkish ceramics.

A big part of the fascination with Turkish ceramics was, and is, the strength of the shell. Turkish ceramics can hold good condition and their color for centuries.

You can get the best Turkish ceramic in Istanbul at Iznik Works Ceramic and you can get best ceramic in Cappadocia at Kybele Boutique Ceramics.