Today we will start together on a unique shopping trip for two reasons, the first of which is to distinguish the city in which we will shop and its reputation with its markets, it is Istanbul that is crowded with markets, with its various marketing patterns that it offers to internal or external tourists alike, some of which are aimed at that class fond of world famous brands, Including what targets the tastes that are close to the Turkish folklore, and the second of those reasons is that we will wander around the popular local markets of Istanbul because we are tired of those stores that derive their strength from the modern and western modern products that display them, the eye and the Arab spirit The eastern region loves the hand made with authentic hands, which do not bear that Ferzouchi or Gucci logo, with high quality of the effort and perfection of the people of Turkey in the manufacture, it is known about them that they are people of crafts and craftsmanship and they have a lot of popular heritage that distinguishes them from others in many local products, no My narration of the word (popular) means that it belongs to middle-income people at all, as these markets are frequented by nearly a million tourists to find celebrities and princes among them, after several lines we show you some of the popular popular markets that receive visitors from all over the world, to compete with those markets located between The lanes of narrow lanes are narrow In the interesting article, I will work to make it easy to connect you to these markets, either in the traditional way by being guided by the question of the esteemed Istanbulians, or by searching the available maps on some smart applications, or that you can get upon your arrival in Istanbul .
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Popular markets in Istanbul
Book Market (Journalists) Sahaflar Carsısı:
For those who want to read and buy many books, that market welcomes its amateur visitors to books and reading, and the shops of that market contain many paper publications and millions of books of different topics, and there are also places for printing to serve publishing houses due to the sale of this market to different types of papers of high quality suitable for printing purposes We also find rare literature in various sciences, and this market works to provide services to school and university students, from stationery tools and pens, that you can sit and enjoy the scent of the scattered thought in those books, and attend some events embraced by that famous market for the proverb Stands, intellectuals and writers from different countries, from exhibitions, seminars and evenings to recite poetry, read puzzles and stories. Location: Turkey, Istanbul, Al-Fatih District, Beyazıt Street.
Week of the week (mobile):
This market is considered one of the most famous markets in Istanbul, as it works to provide the necessary needs for many of the pioneers of those markets, and its work ceremonies start from Monday every week, and Sunday is the holiday of those markets, it was named this name because the market is mobile, so every week somewhere in Istanbul The popular weekly market is not frequented by the simple people of Turkey, but also by the middle class, the rich and the tourists, especially those who like shopping and shopping, you will find many clothes made from the finest materials and the finest modern models available at a low price, with the presence of luxury goods for women and men, They performed There are cosmetics and adornment for women, leather bags and luxury belts, and there are basic commodities offered by the popular weekly markets, which are food commodities of meat, fish, vegetables and fruit of the season. Electric appliances are also shown, and the sale of distinctive fabrics and threads. There are also many exhibits for children such as toys and their special needs. From clothes and study supplies, will you have to know where the market is located this week in which area? And when it will be close to your area of residence to go to it easily.
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Wednesday market Çarşamba Pazarı:
You will find the Wednesday market in one of the Istanbul neighborhoods called Al-Fateh neighborhood, and you will find it next to the Muhammed Al-Fateh Mosque in particular. It is held on Wednesday every week, and therefore we find the people of Turkey call it the Wednesday market, famous for selling fresh food products from vegetables and fruits without the intervention of any kind of Chemical treatments are completely natural products, and there are household utensils of pots and pans, vases and antiques from pottery or copper plates and collections that show the authentic Turkish heritage and express historical Turkey, and it can also be presented as a symbolic gift when you return from visiting Istanbul to your home, it is the market that It can expand its goods and narrow its paths, and display its products in a simple way away from the cost of shops in expensive investment markets, and it is worth noting that these markets have been opened to display the goods that the Syrian community brought with them from the Levant, so you will find many Syrian handicrafts, The Syrian sellers, who are embraced by the Wednesday market, do not leave the Al-Fateh area before visiting the Special Women’s Market and we will mention it later. Location: Turkey, Istanbul, Al-Fateh District, Nevşehirli İbrahim Street, which intersects with Zeyrek Maha Street.
Spice Market (Egyptian)
Bazaar Egyptian:
After you enjoy the Wednesday market, you must inevitably visit the spice market. As for the quality of the exhibits, you will not only find Turkish spices, but you will find spices of several countries, such as Indian spices, italyn spices, and Arabic spices, and the aroma of coffee and different coffee smells of multiple flavors, it does not include only different types of spices But for jewelery, the lion’s share in this famous market, you will find my dear many golden jewelry and goldsmiths in its multiple forms, and if you are a fan of handmade furnishings, look for valuable carpets and bedspreads, and when you buy them you will realize that you have acquired a masterpiece, pioneers of this For an unforgettable market, taste the finest types of honey and purchase that is pleasant for your tongue, there are shops in this market for the traditional cheeses in which Istanbul is famous, and you can sit down to taste some freshly baked goods that are specially made and based on the shopper’s request. Location: Turkey, Istanbul, Al-Fatih area, Street Rüstem Paşa. I hope at the end of this quick tour in Istanbul’s markets in Turkey that I have succeeded in providing sufficient information necessary to enjoy shopping with you and shopping and enjoy purchasing pleasure, with my wishes for you a happy stay in Istanbul.
