Discover the Traditional Bread from Afyonkarahisar, Turkey
About the city of Afyonkarahisar
Afyonkarahisar is a historical city at the center of western Anatolia, at the intersection of the main highways linking Istanbul to Izmir. Its lands were part of the Hittite Empire and later passed to the Phrygians and the Lydians. Today the city is known for its marble industry and thermal resources. Gastronomy is part of everyday life: special dishes are at the center of weddings and religious ceremonies, and the city is renowned for its Turkish delight (lokum), clotted cream (kaymak), charcuterie and poppy. A UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy since 2019, Afyonkarahisar has registered many local products as Geographical Indications, opened a Gastronomy Museum and hosts the International Gastro Afyon Tourism and Taste Festival, using gastronomy as a tool for social inclusion and sustainable development.
Discover the traditional bread of Afyonkarahisar
Immerse yourself in the fascinating stories, traditions, and flavors of the unique breads from UNESCO Creative Cities. Click “Discover More” to explore the Creative Knowledge Platform, the project’s heri-telling platform, where farmers, millers, and bakers share their heritage and passion through captivating images, videos, and stories.
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