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The place for lokum (Turkish Delight), this is the Beyoğlu branch of the confectioners who invented the stuff in 1777. Other tasty treats include akide (colourful boiled sweets), halva, baklava and marzipan.
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Most cheap carpets use chemical dyes, then are often chlorine-bleached to give an aged look. Dab a corner with a damp tissue to see if any dye comes off.
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The ubiquitous blue bead is actually a charm to ward off the “evil eye”; believe that or not, they make attractive gifts.
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The Book Bazaar started out selling scraps of parchment with Koranic text, but now offers a wide range of antiquarian and second-hand books (including paperbacks) in a variety of languages (see Book Bazaar (Sahaflar Çarşısı) ).
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Carpets (see Facts about Turkish Carpets ) are the true glory of Turkish art – and you can have one on your own hall floor.
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This small, upmarket bazaar offers the best souvenir shopping in Sultanahmet. Situated in con-verted Ottoman stables, it sells good-quality carpets, jewellery and handicrafts in a relatively calm environment, conveniently close to many major sights and hotels (see Cavalry Bazaar (Arasta Çarşısı) , Mavi Ev ).
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All antiquities need a Ministry of Culture certificate for export (see Export Regulations ).
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Enquire about the age of the carpet, where it was made, and the traditions in that area.
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Before you travel, decide where you will put your rug, to work out in advance the size and colour you want.
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Shop around and you can find good quality and great design at rock-bottom prices.
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