The most famous and finest pure silk carpets in the world are produced in the small town of Hereke, 60 km east of Istanbul. Pure silk carpets made here are unrivaled in value and quality .
Since the 19th century , Hereke has been one of the most important carpet weaving centres. The first looms were installed there upon the orders of the Sultan, for the making of carpets for the palace, the nobility , and important people. On these looms expert craftsmen of exceptional ability create valuable masterpieces full of charm. Naturalistic floral decoration is typical of the pure silk Hereke carpets. Plum blossoms, tulips, carnations, roses and other flowers create an atmosphere of spring. With a million knots per square metre, the natural silk Hereke carpets represent the supreme achievement in contemporary carpet weaving. Some of the carpets are brocaded in gold thread.
Room decorated with Hereke "Taban" carpet
