Coppersmith Bazaar

The Coppersmith Bazaar of Gaziantep While the West of Turkey makes every effort to keep up to date with international trends and practices, the same cannot be said of the south east. Now this is not necessary a bad thing because in the big and bustling city of Gaziantep, selected areas dedicate themselves to traditional trades. The local bazaar is one of them and it was the first time I saw a coppersmith at work.  Gaziantep Coppersmith Bazaar Called the Gaziantep Bakircilar çarsisi in Turkish, the cobbled paths were lined on both sides with coppersmith shops. Compared to the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, it was very small but the skylights in the ceiling allowed natural sunlight to shine through.  Coppersmiths were cleaning, engraving or selling their stock. They took no notice of me, sensing instantly that I was a tourist with a camera, and not copper possessions that needed cleaning.  Attention was instead paid to the main bulk of their customers who seemed to be housewives and probably repeat business for them. Hassle was nonexistent, even if I stopped to browse and this rather surprised me. I cannot ever remember being in a Turkish bazaar when shop keepers did not shout slogans to attract customers.  The bazaar is part of an improvement project by the local council. The trade of coppersmiths in Gaziantep stretches back 500 years and is passed from father to son. Perhaps sensing that modern technology has destroyed this trade in other areas, they are making an effort to keep it alive.  The bazaar is  part of the official Culture Route of Gaziantep, and all 280 shops participate in it. I am certain that the coppersmith trade of Gaziantep will not exist in 100 years’ time but there is a small part of me that secretly hopes I am proven wrong.

Nice small street in the middle of the city center. You can see many copper items for sale . You can see how they print on the copper pieces . Traditional, authentic place . A must to see if you love this stuff.

This is a cool place. Lots of affordable antiques and very high quality copper goods.

If you're looking for handmade items and gifts to take back home this is the place. It is cheaper than in Istanbul or other places. Turisti place for sure but worth visiting. You can find all kind of spices in the area and enjoy the smell.

Small yet good choice for traditional Turkish gifts. Wide variety of copper bowls, blown glass, textiles and dried beans to choose from. If you want some heritage beans come here!

Very old fashion and outhantic place to see

This is a very beautiful place to shop from your antique and any copper stuffs

Unique bazaar in Gaziantep. Definitely worth a visit.