Handicrafts

 Kahramanmaraş handicrafts have deep roots in the history of Turkish culture and the art of Central Asia. It is also influenced by the Hittites, Romans, Byzantines and Turks starting from Assurlar. Archaeological surveys around the district of Döngele, various artifacts belonging to the prehistoric eras are brought to light.

Handicrafts:

• Abacılık (Traditional Shirts)
• Wood Carving
• Bakırcılık (Coppersmith)
• Cutlery
• Weaving
• Silver Work
• Carpets
• Saddlebags
• Felting
• Kilims
• Jewelry Making
• Köşkerlik (Leather Work)
• Palas
• Saddler
• Sim Sırma (Gold Thread Embroidery)
• Yemenicilik (Shoemaker)