The locals believe in the power of the evil eye, so virtually every of them wears special charms and amulets. Nazar is considered the most popular amulet. This is a small eye, which is attached to clothing. The popular talisman can be seen at the entrance to stores, on the windshield of motorists, or at the front desk at a hotel. You can buy Nazar (or eye of Fatima) in any souvenir shop.
Ankara is famous for an interesting national holiday, which always attracts a large number of visitors either from other parts of the country or from the abroad. It is a gift festival named Souvenir Fair Ankara, which is held annually in December. For several days the city is transformed into a huge fair. Its streets are literally drowning in colorful carpets, national costumes and all kinds of crafts. Colorful carpets remain among the most popular goods bought by the visitors of the fair. It is worth noting that during a year in Ankara keep working many interesting shops and souvenir outlets, they are also notable by their national color.
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