The Turkish arts of textile-making and carpet-weaving flourished particularly in Anatolia where some of the world's finest carpets were woven in centers such as Konya, Usak, and Bergama during the Seljuk, Feudal, and Ottoman periods. Choice examples of carpets, kilims, and other exquisite textiles are to be found in the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts and in the Vakiflar Museum of Carpets and Kilims (both in Istanbul) as well as in a number of other museums in Turkey.

The weaving tradition in Anatolia has been traced back over 5,000 years. The weaving heritage that has evolved is one of the finest in the world. Generation after generation of weavers has been influenced by the motifs and designs of the many cultures that existed in present day Turkey.

Once you visit a reputable carpet gallery you will learn about  the vast variety of symbols that have been woven in to the carpets and kilims offered. You will soon start seeing the continuity of the designs and appreciate the history of the weaving tradition in Anatolia.

You can find these precious carpets in Istanbul, in Cappadocia and on the Turkish Coasts. Please note that, shopping is great fun when you are in a reputable gallery or a store.

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