🇹🇷 Ultimate Istanbul Souvenir Guide: What to Bring Home! 🛍️

From quirky cat-themed finds to luxurious textiles, here’s your shopping cheat sheet for authentic Istanbul treasures: 🐱 Cat Lover’s Paradise Carpetnhome: Cat mouse pad (120₺). Yaşam Antik: Glass cat fridge magnet (50₺). GİFT STATİON: "Cats Conquering Istanbul" postcards & magnets (artist-designed!). ☕ Turkish Classics Hand-knitted coaster (Lab Store, 420₺ cash). Traditional tea glass (150₺, random street shop). 1kg Turkish tea (350₺, buy at local restaurants). 🏰 Museum Must-Buys Topkapı Palace: Hagia Sophia book + evil eye charm + stamps set. 🧣 Textile Treasures Ali Duimas Shawls: Silk-like scarves (400₺, bargain hard!). Same item sold for 2800₺ elsewhere! 😱 Ant Gallery: Paint-print scarves (500₺) → doubles as a tube top! 🎨 Unique Finds Pera Family: Wool soap (150₺ cash). La Moda: Handmade chess set (80€, missing pieces replaced free!). ÖZLEM TUNA: Clearance teacup set (850₺, down from 1750₺!). Turkish Modern: BEST purchase—Ottoman-style pillow + cat pin + earrings (3700₺ total). #Istanbul #ShopLikeALocal #NoTouristTraps