Private guidance and walk in the Grand Bazaar
Three hours jewellery workshop in the bazaar
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“Since I had been to Istanbul before and seen the main tourist sites, I was looking for something different to do on this visit. Luckily, I found Istanbul Tour Studio and signed up for the jewelry workshop. Instead of just spending the day hanging out shopping at the Grand Bazaar, I hung out in a real jewelry workshop with two very talented jewelers, and made my own piece of custom jewelry! Eren Usta taught me metal cutting, welding, polishing, and everything it takes to create a unique pendant to take home with me. Much better than anything I could have bought in the bazaar! Very cool experience, I would highly recommend it for anyone who wants something beyond the typical Istanbul tour!” Read more on Tripadvisor.
Most people go to the Grand Bazaar to try and buy a ring, bracelet or some other handicraft. But have you ever thought of going there to make one? You will be learning the art of gold-smithery and jewellery making from Eren Usta (‘usta' means master or teacher in Turkish, a man who’s been actively devoting himself to this craft for almost 25 years. Istanbul’s special vibe and creative thinking will inspire you. And the Grand Bazaar with all its hidden alleys has become my source of inspiration.
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