The 5 Best Museums in Avanos, Cappadocia

May 9, 2022 Misti Hsu

Avanos (Greek: Άβανος (f. sg.)) is a town and district of Nevşehir Province in the Central Anatolia region of Turkey, located 18 km (11 mi) north of Nevşehir, the capital city of the province. It is situated within the historic and tourist region of Cappadocia. According to 2000 census, population of the district is 35,145 of which 12,288 live in the town of Avanos. The district covers an area of 994 km (384 sq mi), and the average elevation is 920 m (3,018 ft), with the highest point being Mt. İsmail Sivrisi at 1,756 m (5,761 ft).
Restaurants in Avanos

1. Kapadokya Yasayan Miras Muzesi

Orta, 201. Sk. No:1, Avanos 50530 Turkey +90 506 935 26 94 http://mirasmuzesi.nevsehir.edu.tr/
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Kapadokya Yasayan Miras Muzesi

The Cappadocia Living Heritage Museum aims to transfer the Human Intangible Cultural Heritage to future generations in the UNESCO 2003 Convention on the Protection of the Intangible Cultural Heritage. Tales of Cappadocia, semah ritual, traditions of hunger, karagoz show, handicrafts, social practices, Avanos carpet making, wedding traditions, folk cuisine and many others

2. Guray Museum

Yeni mahalle Dereyamanli sok No:44 50500 Avanos, Avanos 50500 Turkey +90 384 511 23 74 [email protected] http://www.guraymuze.com
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4.5 based on 351 reviews

Guray Museum

The first and unique underground ceramic museum in the world.

Reviewed By Andyrock81 - Rockhampton, Australia

This museum/gallery houses small a collection of ancient artefacts, and a large collection of art/ceramics from local artists. Their main focus however, is the museum shop, which has a very large collection of ceramic items: plates, bowls, jugs displayed across multiple rooms. The painting techniques were explained and we were able to watch some of the artists at work. The staff in the museum and shop were helpful, not too pushy either. Prices were reasonable and are fixed so there was no awkward haggling. We ended up buying a few small items. If you are staying in Goreme, there is a bus every hour to Avanos for 5TL each way. Entrance fee is 10TL, please note the museum pass is not accepted here as this is a privately owned museum.

3. Bazaar 54

Zelve Yolu, Avanos Turkey +90 533 290 08 56 [email protected] http://www.cappadocia54.com/#!/homepage
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Bazaar 54

Bazaar 54 has been established in 1987 and has thousands of visitors from all around the World to witness the authentic turkish designed hand knotted rugs while they are being woven belong to every single region of Turkey. For centuries, carpets have been created as valuable pieces of decoration for the homes of the nomadic Turks. Kilim (a flat-woven carpet), the oldest of which is thought to have emerged in Çatalhöyük in 7000 BC, located in the middle of the Anatolian region. However, hali (knotted rugs), are believed to have been introduced by Turkic tribes sometime during the 8th or 9th century, and to have made their way to Anatolia during the 12th century. Anatolian women used high-quality natural materials like wool and silk, and illustrated the daily life of the period with regional motifs that came to life through their creativity. This centuries-long experience, transferred between generations, is what adds great value to a handmade carpet.

Reviewed By 370vidv

Met a nice and expert staff Mr Reza Sahebjamei here. No pressure environment and patience to explain details.

4. Chez Galip

Yeni Mh Hasan Kalesi Mevkii 3, Avanos 50500 Turkey +90 384 511 45 77 [email protected] http://www.chezgalip.com
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Chez Galip

Reviewed By nuna_hassi - London, United Kingdom

If you would like to learn everything about pottery you have to visit Chez Galip's studio and gallery. It's a great opportunity to explore step-by-step process of this art. Master Galip and his team provide you the secrets of techniques from clay mixing to decorating and phosphorization. Everyone can try it, doesn't matter are you beginner or professional. Both will surprised by masterpieces created by themselves.

5. Noyan Yayla Art Studio

Yukari Mahallesi, Avanos 50860 Turkey +90 535 777 00 77 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Noyan-Yayla-Art-Studio-1319554531394088/
Noyan Yayla Art Studio

Noyan, the owner and experienced sensor of Master will give you all the information for you to find an outstanding painted ceramic. Being a son of Turkey's famous painter and artist Ugur Yayla, Noyan Yayla is serving as a free artist, a master of the art and specialized in his unique ceramic painting style, you can see his works in Noyan Yayla Art Studio and meet with him also.

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