Kırkkaşık Bedesten

Discover Mersin's Heartbeat, Marvel at Kırkkaşık Bedesten's Historic Splendour.

Kırkkaşık Bedesten

Kırkkaşık Bedesten (Kırkkaşık Çarşısı) in Tarsus mesmerizes visitors with its 500-year-old historical atmosphere. Bedesten is the perfect place to feel the cultural richness and the character of Mersin. Visitors can find local handicrafts such as carpets and rugs as well as various souvenirs reflecting the history of the city and its Mediterranean texture. Local foods in Kırkkaşık Bedesten such as cezerye, kerebiç, citrus fruits, bandırma and muska are the prominent products to get to know the gastronomy culture of Mersin. It is also possible to find objects related to the Shahmaran legend, an important symbol of Tarsus culture.

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