Immerse Yourself into the Traditional & Commercial Life in the Grand Bazaar
Grand Bazaar may be overwhelming for many people, but if you know what you are doing it is a fascinating experience.
With more than four thousand shops, it covers an area of more than 30 hectares, and it is one of the greatest and oldest bazaars in the world.
Grand Bazaar is a treasure trove for shoppers, especially those who are interested in the local culture and want the opportunity to interact with local people and take part in their customs. Vendors in the bazaar offer many unique and interesting things to buy. You can get anything here from silver and gold to antiques and food.
Come join me to discover the Grand Bazaar for a once in a lifetime experience. Let us;
-Start from one end of the bazaar,
-Stroll through the back streets,
-Explore the surrounding commercial buildings,
-Climb up the roofs,
-Catch bargains,
and finish on the other end.
Highlights:
Experience the traditional and commercial aspects of local life together.
Immerse into the local culture.
Go beyond the regular and become true travelers.
Visit off the beaten path and discover lesser known places in the bazaar area.
Learn about all these places from Serif Yenen, who is the author of one of the best cultural guidebooks of Turkey: Turkish Odyssey.
Serif will give you an orientation and overview on the map.
See how and where locals work.
Meet last generation artisans and observe how they and their craftsmanship are dying out.
You can ask artisans in the bazaar all the questions you like.
You can bring your children. As a father of three children, I will find a way to approach to them.
Serif will recommend you good local gourmet restaurants.
Drink Turkish tea where locals have their drinks.
Visit stores with unique merchandise.
Refuel ourselves in traditional cafes.
See bazaars within the bazaar.
Eat in the most local restaurants.
Catch picturesque instants with your cameras.
Experience some traditional-style haggling with handshake.
What is Included
Guiding services of Serif Yenen.
Serif will meet you at the lobby of your hotel or at a place near the bazaar which is appropriate for you.
Complimentary copies of some of Serif’s publications.
Tea break.
