Authentic Turkish products – Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
The Turkish Ministry of Culture’s Revolving Capital Administration (DOSIM) Stores
www.gelenekselelsanatlari.gov.tr/index.php?language=eng
Anatolian works created in different periods as well as new works by new masters are for sale on Dosim stores in connection with Ministry of Tourism Culture.
Traditional Turkish Handicrafts, replicated soil products, stone products, mineral products, glass products, animal products, vegetable products, textiles and jewelry are sold in these stores. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism publications are also sold through these DÖSİM stores.
Shopping is one of the great pleasures of a trip to Turkey and the rich variety of Turkish crafts makes it impossible to resist buying something. Fine apparel of silk, cotton, leather and wool; artful jewelry; leather accessories; brilliant faience (colored tiles); vessels of copper, brass, marble, meerschaum and alabaster worked by master artisans; and of course heirloom-quality Turkish carpets and kilims, are among the most popular purchases. Great value and an enjoyable shopping experience can be found everywhere, from small towns to big cities. Visit the “What to buy” section at www.turizm.gov.tr/ to discover shopping opportunities in each province…
Unique regional handicrafts make shopping that much more enjoyable. Traditional Turkish handicrafts crafts including carpets, ceramics and pottery, tiles, copper items, woodcarvings, decorative glass, and embroidery are a major component of Turkish culture. They are a stunning reflection of Turkey’s diverse cultural heritage and thousands of years of history. For more information on Turkish handicrafts visit www.kultur.gov.tr/ (click on Culture, then Handicrafts). www.lesartsturcs.org
The Turkish Ministry of Culture’s Revolving Capital Administration (DOSIM) promotes production of Anatolian handcrafts. DOSIM markets those products through its 13 Cultural Products Sales Centers located throughout the country. Please visit www.kultur.gov.tr/ and click on “DOSIM Shopping” to find out more about DOSIM and the locations of their Sales Centers.
Türk ve İslam Eserleri Müzesi Handcraft & Book Store
Türk İslam Eserleri Müzesi No:46 – SULTANAHMET
Tel : 0212 517 74 10







