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UNESCO World Heritage • Ottoman Town • CAVEA FILM

Film Production in Safranbolu

Step back in time to Ottoman Turkey. This UNESCO World Heritage town offers perfectly preserved architecture, traditional crafts, and authentic historical atmosphere for period productions.

20+
Period Productions
2000+
Ottoman Houses
300
Years Preserved
100%
Authentic Setting
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Why Safranbolu with CAVEA FILM?

Safranbolu is a living Ottoman museum, where time stopped in the 18th century. This UNESCO World Heritage town preserves over 2,000 traditional Ottoman houses, creating an authentic backdrop impossible to recreate on any studio set.

CAVEA FILM's exclusive local relationships provide access to private Ottoman mansions, working traditional workshops, and heritage sites. Our experienced crew navigates narrow cobblestone streets and historic buildings with specialized equipment designed for delicate heritage locations.

From the bustling Çarşı bazaar to quiet residential quarters, Safranbolu offers diverse period settings within walking distance. The town's craftsmen still practice traditional arts, adding authentic detail to any historical production. This is where Ottoman Turkey lives on.

UNESCO Heritage

Perfectly preserved Ottoman town architecture

Ottoman Houses

2000+ traditional timber-frame mansions

Living History

Authentic crafts and traditions continue today

Period Perfect

Untouched historical streetscapes since 1700s

Key Filming Locations

Historical Çarşı (Ottoman bazaar)
Cinci Han caravanserai (1645)
Köprülü Mehmet Paşa Mosque
Traditional Ottoman mansions
Yemeniciler Arastası (shoemakers bazaar)
Hıdırlık Hill panoramic viewpoint
Crystal Terrace glass walkway
Bulak Cave with underground river

Recent Productions

Netflix Series

Ottoman Detective

2023

BBC Documentary

Silk Road Cities

2022

Period Drama

The Merchant's Daughter

2022

Tourism Film

Timeless Turkey

2021

Period Production Information

Best Seasons

Spring & autumn for comfortable filming

Heritage Permits

UNESCO site clearance required (2-3 weeks)

Local Support

Traditional craftsmen available as extras/consultants

CAVEA Period Expertise

  • • Ottoman mansion access
  • • Historical accuracy consultants
  • • Period costume connections
  • • Traditional craft workshops

Ready to Film in Safranbolu?

Transport your audience to Ottoman Turkey with CAVEA FILM. Authentic locations, period expertise, and seamless production support.