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0.8 km
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210 dk
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5
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We start the day at Tahmis Kahvesi, one of Gaziantep's most iconic places. This historic coffeehouse, serving continuously since 1638, holds the title of one of the oldest coffeehouses in the world. The moment you step through the door, you'll feel enveloped by the century-old aroma of coffee. Be sure to order Gaziantep Menengiç Kahvesi; this unique coffee made from the fruits of the wild pistachio tree represents the taste of Antep in its purest form.
After leaving Tahmis, we walk a few steps to reach Bakırcılar Çarşısı. This bazaar, active since the Ottoman period, has the rhythm created by the hammer strikes of copper craftsmen as the natural music of the street. The shining copper vessels, the delicacy of handcrafted cezves, and the expressions of pride on the faces of the craftsmen prove that this craft is still a living art here. Each stall awaits you with a different technique from a different master.
Zincirli Bedesten is one of the oldest trade structures in Gaziantep. Built in the 16th century, this covered bazaar became the center for the trade of fabrics, carpets, and precious items. As you step through the stone-arched entrance of the bedesten, you'll feel the scent of centuries of trade along with the cooling air. While wandering here, try the rich and creamy flavor of Gaziantep Fıstık Ezmesi for your hungry stomach.
Almacı Pazarı is a paradise for spices and dry foods. The colorful spice stalls, piles of dried fruits, and barrels of pickles stimulate all your senses at once. The air here is even spicy! The mixed aromas of pepper, cumin, sumac, and isot offer you a chance to discover the flavors that form the basis of Antep cuisine. The icy coolness of Gaziantep Meyan Şerbeti will bring freshness to your palate after the spice intensity.
Our last stop is Gaziler Caddesi. This street, one of the main shopping arteries of the city, is one of the best places showing the balance between old and new in Gaziantep, where modern shops stand side by side with traditional stores. As you walk along the street, the display of Antep Baklavası at the stalls will captivate you. The hundreds of layers of dough in baklava, the dance of butter, and pistachios is the greatest flavor Gaziantep has gifted to the world.
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Tahmis Kahvesi, built in 1638 by Mustafa Aga, a Turkmen Aga and Sancak Beyi, to bring income to the lodge (Mevlevikhane), is a two-storey building full of memories. Tahmis means ‘the place where coffee is pounded’. According to a narrative, Murat IV rested here during the Baghdad Expedition and was served coffee at Tahmis Coffee House.
Generally referred to as the Copper Bazaar, it is a complex of bazaars where many artisans produce their crafts. Although the exact construction date of the shops located in the Copper Bazaar is not known, it is believed to have been built in the 16th century. The bazaar consists of single-story shops and is located within the caravanserai district. The art of copperworking, which gives the bazaar its name, continues to thrive intensely today.
Zincirli Bedesten, built by Darendeli Hüseyin Pasha in the first quarter of the 18th century, is popularly known as ‘Kara Basamak Bedesten’. The historical building, also called Et Hali (the Meat Market) because it had been home to butchers for many years, was later used as the Courthouse Building by constructing another floor on it, but this section was completely destroyed in the fire in 1957. Today, it serves as a touristic destination where souvenirs are sold.
Almacı Pazarı, one of the most colorful stops in Gaziantep's historical trade fabric, takes its name from the apples and various fruits that were heavily sold here in the past. With its stone-arched shops, narrow streets, and stalls displaying spices, dried fruits, and local products unique to Antep, it is a popular spot for both locals and visitors. The market, which has preserved the bazaar culture for centuries, carries Gaziantep's cultural heritage into the present with its authentic atmosphere.
The street is a centre of life where everything from clothes to food, from gold to daily needs can be met. It attracts attention at all hours of the day with the view created by the rows of shops and crowds. This street, where the people of the city can easily meet their special day needs, is known as the bazaar and has become a popular spot with its reasonable prices.