Erin
Great fun and a great souvenir. All the staff were lovely and helpful and fun,
United Kingdom
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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
Experience the creation of a beautiful Turkish mosaic lamp under the guidance of expert artisans in a hands-on workshop. Learn about the craft and enjoy Turkish delicacies as you craft your lamp.
Once-in-a-lifetime
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Super storytelling
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Up to 3 hours
This activity takes around
Languages
English, Russian, Turkish
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Cancellation flexibility
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance
Experience
Full description
Embark on a journey through the captivating world of Turkish mosaic lamp crafting. Discover the rich history of the vibrant lamps and create your own under the guidance of experienced artisans.
You will start your experience with an engaging presentation about the history and significance of the workshop. Delve into the intricate art of the lamps and understand their place in Turkish culture.
Learn how to place a geometric template on a glass sphere, creating a traditional mosaic design with over 45 different colored mosaic stones and glass beads.
As your creation dries, enjoy a refreshing Turkish tea or coffee accompanied by freshly baked cookies while hearing about Istanbul's landmarks and hidden gems. Finally, assemble the remaining pieces of your lamp and take your beautifully crafted lamp home in a protective bag with a US adapter.
Highlights
- Uncover the beautiful art of Turkish mosaic lamps in a lamp-making workshop
- Connect with fellow travelers and local artisans in a warm and welcoming setting
- Engage in enlightening conversations about Istanbul's landmarks and hidden gems
- Learn the age-old craft and receive hands-on guidance from expert artisans
- Take home your self-made lamp as a vibrant souvenir of your unique experience
What's Included
Snacks
- •Handmade Baked Cookies
- •Unlimited Turkish Coffee
- •Unlimited Turkish Tea
- •Unlimited Water
Equipment
- •All necessarily materials for the workshop
- •45+ uniquely different colored mosaic stones
- •Protective packaging
Where we will meet
Look for a historical building with a vintage signboard that reads Hafız Mustafa 1864. Your guide will be waiting for you outside the entrance.
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What our guests said
Read firsthand Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop reviews from real guests.
Overall rating
4.90
/ 5
based on 115 reviews
BITSCH
Merci de l'accueil et de l'activité. Nous avons été encadrée et aidée pour la création de nos lampe. C'est un souvenir parfait d'Istanbul☺️
France
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GetYourGuide traveler
Lamp making was fun, however the guide told us she would take photos of us with our lamps and did not do it and she asked her self, then she would leave us in between the activity, drinks and snacks not nice
United Kingdom
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