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Iznik Tiles Workshop / Istanbul Little Hagia Sophia
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$59.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
This workshop is a brand-new and carefully curated experience by Little Hagia Sophia.
Held in a historic madrasa ( old college ) , the class is led by a master artist in the field. Early participants will enjoy surprise gifts and delightful touches. Guests will explore the artistic elegance of Ottoman and Seljuk tile design, discovering the deep meanings behind the motifs and the spirit of this timeless art. Join us in the heart of Istanbul for an inspiring journey that beautifully bridges past and present.
✦ One of the oldest surviving buildings in Istanbul.
✦ Originally built as a palace church during the Roman era.
✦ Served as a Sufi (dervish) lodge during the Ottoman period.
✦ Its architecture reflects a unique transition from Byzantine to Ottoman style.
✦ A spiritual and cultural center for centuries.
LET'S GET STARTED
Held in a historic madrasa ( old college ) , the class is led by a master artist in the field. Early participants will enjoy surprise gifts and delightful touches. Guests will explore the artistic elegance of Ottoman and Seljuk tile design, discovering the deep meanings behind the motifs and the spirit of this timeless art. Join us in the heart of Istanbul for an inspiring journey that beautifully bridges past and present.
✦ One of the oldest surviving buildings in Istanbul.
✦ Originally built as a palace church during the Roman era.
✦ Served as a Sufi (dervish) lodge during the Ottoman period.
✦ Its architecture reflects a unique transition from Byzantine to Ottoman style.
✦ A spiritual and cultural center for centuries.
LET'S GET STARTED
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How to make Iznik Tiles ? Learn & Make
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- ✦ Use cobalt blue, turquoise, and red tones inspired by historic Iznik tiles
- ✦ Learn about the symbolism, geometry, and spiritual meanings behind classic patterns
- ✦ Discover the 700-year-old heritage of Turkish tile art, dating back to Seljuk and Ottoman times
- ✦ Enjoy Turkish tea and sweets in an authentic workshop atmosphere
- ✦ Get hands-on with underglaze painting techniques using authentic brushes and colors
- ✦ Create your own ceramic tile using traditional Ottoman motifs
- ✦ Receive your glazed tile safely packaged to take home as a unique souvenir
- ✦ Enjoy a free guided tour of Little Hagia Sophia included in your workshop experience
- ✦ Paint and personalize your design under the guidance of a master artisan
- ✦ Shop for hand-painted tiles, ceramics and design pieces at the on-site artisan store
Meeting point
The workshop takes place inside the peaceful courtyard of a 6th-century mosque in the Sultanahmet area.
When you arrive, enter through the main gate and walk into the courtyard. Our representative will welcome you near the garden area with the workshop materials displayed.
Return details
The workshop takes place inside the peaceful courtyard of a 6th-century mosque in the Sultanahmet area.
When you arrive, enter through the main gate and walk into the courtyard. Our representative will welcome you near the garden area with the workshop materials displayed.
Learn the art of Iznik tile-making using traditional techniques passed down for generations. In this hands-on workshop, participants will prepare their own ceramic tile design, inspired by classical Ottoman and Seljuk motifs, and paint them with vibrant natural colors.
The session is suitable for all ages and skill levels, and participants will take home their own handmade tile as a souvenir.
The session is suitable for all ages and skill levels, and participants will take home their own handmade tile as a souvenir.
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Iznik Tiles Workshop / Istanbul Little Hagia Sophia
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
$59.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!