Magic flying carpets ..
For centuries, Oriental Carpets have been considered works of
art. Turkey has one of
the greatest weaving cultures in the world. Turkish carpets
have a universal reputation for
their unique designs, color combinations and durability.
Traditionally colors are extracted from vegetable and plant
dyes. Among the best known production centers are Hereke, Istanbul,
Yahyali, Milas, Kayseri, Sivas and Isparta.
Milas is one of the
important carpet weaving centres of Turkey. In almost every
village in
the region,
there are weavers producing local carpets.
In Bodrum, there are many carpet shops where you can bargain.
It is also worthwhile
joining one of these oganized trips to a nearby village to see
carpets being made and
meet the local weavers..