After experiencing the constant entreaties Istanbul carpet sellers visiting Tribal Collections was a totally pleasurable experience. We were wandering around Goreme with no intention of buying a carpet and went into Tribal Collections simply because it was such an attractive shop. There was a friendly, low-key welcome and invitation to look around, and then - amazingly - we were left... More

This visit was another nice one that was included in our tour, our tour guide didnt tell us anything in advance so it was also a surprise, First we learned the whole process of making carpetstratment of the wool , from the very beginning till the finished product) the place was full of the greatest carpets Ive seen, Everybody was... More

I've known Ruth and Faruk at Tribal Collections for several years and I've also bought several carpets from them. The pieces they sell are always unique, and I have never known people so knowledgeable about carpets. The shop is beautiful and has a relaxed, welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. I've travelled all over Turkey and have experienced the Hard Sell more times... More

I have personally known Ruth for nearly 22 years, meeting her for the first time in the autumn of 1990 while I was living in Turkey. After three years and several subsequent visits, my family and I have obtained a modest collection of lovely carpets and kilims from Ruth. Ruth has a wonderful no hassles approach to carpets allowing you... More

I really enjoyed visiting Tribal Collections in Goreme with my partner. Ruth and Faruk were very personable and welcoming, serving us tea and treats and taking time to carefully explain the history, skill and unique identifiers of each carpet. Ruth had the added appeal of being a Kiwi with more than 20 years' experience living and working in Turkey, with... More

I've bought a few carpets from Tribal Collections in Goreme - Ruth Lockwood is extraordinarily knowledgeable about carpets and textiles - and also knows quite a great deal about Turkey as she's lived in the country for more than 20 years. While I have been to many carpet stores in Turkey (including Istanbul and Kusadasi), I found Tribal Collections to... More

I've visited Turkey quite a few times and truthfully had dismissed the idea of buying a carpet after being 'targeted' by what I like to call the "carpet mafia' in Istanbul. Thanks to Ruth and Faruk in Goreme I am now a convert to Turkish textiles! I sat in on one of Ruth's 'carpet educationals' and was amazed at the... More

Having lived in Turkey for 14 years and visited carpet shops and centres in many different areas, I find myself returning to Tribal Collections in Goreme, Cappadocia.. The owners Faruk and Ruth have a wealth of knowledge and are happy to share it with you. Their collection is stunning and it's difficult to leave their shop without being tempted to... More

In an area riddled with carpet shops just out to sell you anything and take your money, entering Tribal Collections was a blessed relief. Ruth and Farouk are eminently knowledgeable about every rug in the store and the history and culture of carpets in the region. Ruth is a master of carpet education--just give her ten minutes, and you'll learn... More