The Adventure
Weaving the Past:
A Cultural Journey Through Textiles and History
Step into a world where threads tell the stories of civilizations. Our cultural tour is a deep exploration of the rich textile heritage of Anatolia and Central Asia, weaving together the art of traditional carpets with the historical landscapes that shaped them.
Beginning in Turkey, we uncover the intricate legacy of Anatolian textiles, from Seljuk and Ottoman silk weaving to tribal kilims and hand-spun woolen carpets. Visiting local workshops and historic bazaars, we witness artisans keeping centuries-old techniques alive.
Our journey then takes us to Uzbekistan, home to the dazzling ikat-dyed fabrics and the legendary Silk Road cities of Samarkand and Bukhara. Here, we trace the evolution of suzani embroidery, silk production, and the vibrant carpet traditions that reflect a fusion of Persian, Turkic, and Mongol influences.
In Turkmenistan, we delve into the renowned Turkmen carpets, known for their deep reds, geometric motifs, and spiritual symbolism. Exploring the ancient ruins of Merv and the bustling carpet markets of Ashgabat, we connect the artistic mastery of nomadic weavers to the enduring legacy of the Silk Road.
Beyond textiles, this tour immerses you in the cultural and historical fabric of these lands—ancient trade routes, architectural wonders, and the enduring traditions of their people. Whether you are a textile enthusiast, a history lover, or a cultural explorer, this journey offers a rare opportunity to experience the art and soul of Anatolia and Central Asia.
Join us as we unravel the stories woven into every thread!
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- Turkmen Tent, Lebap Turkmenistan
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- Assos Ancient site, Çanakkale
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- Tillakari Madrasah, constracuted in the 17th century, Samarqand
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- A father-daughter couple fixing the nomad bags onto a camel before migration, Kahramanmaraş, South-Eastern Turkey, 1980s, Photo courtesy Josephine Powell
Our guests and crew before the daily migration in our Nomadic Tour
During the daily migration in our Nomadic Tour
Vanishing - Nomadic Adventure
(Textile tour and nomadic adventure together)
This program aims to deeply present the historical, cultural, textile, and culinary aspects of Istanbul and Southwestern Anatolia.
It includes:
*Archeological and ethnographic museums, monuments and cultural centers visits, observations of authentic textiles in museums and shops, Anatolian Turkmen nomad migration experience, authentic textile production class, as well as Turkish cuisine degustation all around the area we visit, and applications of Turkish cuisine as nomadic cheese and nomadic bread making.
We will:
*Visit many museums, cultural centers and monuments in Istanbul over three days,
*Live one week of real authentic nomad life experience, with hiking/walking in plain nature, (nomad migration), wool processing, dyeing, weaving, cheese and bread making attractions and,
*Visit ancient and famous cities of the Lycian and Roman Empires, museums and old city walkings in Antalya's medieval citadel.
Sadberk Hanım Museum with Turkish Textiles
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum with its unique Turkish Antique Carpets collection
The Bosphorus with its fascinating landscape
Galata Tower with its glorious history
The nomad Migration in Cedar Forest, one of the most exciting aspects of Trekking in Turkey/ Hiking in Turkey
Early morning in Yongali Pasture, Western Taurus Mountains/Antalya. Chilly refreshing weather in August, 1900 meters of altitude, thyme smell, and chamomile flowers, it is worth seeing and experiencing the nomadic life there.
