Antalya Halıcı

From above, they may look like Dutch tulip fields. For us, the town-dwelling children of a father with semi-nomadic heritage and a mother from an urban family of artisans and merchants, carpets and kilims were beauties often possessed by families influential in the social life, and treasures that warmed our souls over harsh winters, adorned our homes, and honored their owners.
Given the number of people who pass through on an annual basis, it should be no surprise that there are many shops and stores to satisfy visitors' shopping needs. You can find fast-food, Turkish cuisine and fine dining restaurants inside, in the relatively less crowded environment than the other shopping malls of Antalya.



Opened in 1461, it is well known for its jewelry, pottery, spice, and carpet shops. Bargain with the merchant: The prices are always inflated, often up to three or four times the value in order to cover commissions, often to many people Halı Mağazası in the sales hain. This is particularly necessary when you are shopping for leather and gold, since these items tend to be especially overpriced in Antalya and shopkeepers expect a little negotiation when it comes to the price.
The shops are mainly high-end designer brands including the likes of Burberry, Hugo Boss, Façonnable, Gizia and more. I have purchased several Turkish carpets, mostly during my initial visits. Handmade carpets have remained in Turkish culture as art forms, while mass production turned them into inexpensive products for everyday use.

This summer, according to Reuters, around 25,000 carpets from around the country were laid out across nearly 500 acres, under the sizzling sun. These venues were at the same time the places where carpets and kilims were manufactured and traded. What we define as a Turkish carpet in this article is a handmade piece (either halı or kilim) traditionally made of natural, quality materials.
Discover the stunning maze of stalls that cover Istanbul's Spice Bazaar; spend some free time browsing and exploring the stalls selling exotic spices, fresh foods and vegetables - shopping in Istanbul is an absolute delight. With boutique stores situated in the cities of Kayseri, Istanbul and Antalya, the brothers felt the U.S. market could be interesting for them.

I was just in Kusadasi , Turkey, a tourist city on the Aegean Sea that is known for the rich variety of goods in its various bazaars. I bought 4 items and only paid for 3 of them, then I realized that he gave the 4th one as a gift for my friend next to me. Prices are similar with other shops, but as I told before the quality difference is giant.
Finally, carpet sellers expect buyers to haggle so they have already overpriced their products. Remember, these bazaars are the ancestors of the modern shopping malls and walking among the stalls gives you a sense of living thousands of years ago. If ever you struggle to learn the Turkish culture, then just nip into a Turkish carpet shop as each carpet or rug comes from a specific area in Turkey and the symbols and motifs on the carpet all mean something.