Turkey is a great place to buy jewellery and gold is a particular favourite amongst locals and tourists alike. To the people of Turkey gold represents an investment, a gift of lifelong significance or a way of making a family occasion special. For visitors to Turkey gold is much more than a souvenir, it's a memento of their holiday that will increase in value, both material and sentimental, as well as providing a lasting reminder of your trip. Visitors to Turkey are often nervous about purchasing gold and HiTiT is happy to be able to point you in the right direction and enable you to buy in confidence.

Mustafa (Oz) and his family have created an environment where you can relax and take your time without feeling pressured to buy. His shop, 100 metres past the PTT on the right hand side of Hisaronu high street, sells gold, diamonds and gold watches and you'll find something to suit almost all pockets here. In addition to sales, the workshop behind the shop does excellent repair work and can alter pieces to fit quickly and professionally. Even if you don't make a purchase you'll be made to feel very welcome and probably end up chatting with the owner or his staff. If you do take the plunge its reassuring to know that you're getting value for money. The testimonials (accompanied by insurance valuations) on display at the back of the shop make interesting reading.

Practicalities: Ozgold takes all major credit cards and will exchange currency and cash traveller's cheques with no commission.