Among the gifts pilgrims bring home, the prayer cap has a special place: it is useful and carries the memory of the journey. A little planning makes your gifts suit both your budget and the people receiving them.
Start with a list
- Group the people you will give gifts to, such as close family, relatives, neighbours and colleagues.
- Decide what each group will receive; this makes quantities and budget clear.
- Keep a few spares for visitors who come later.
Colour and model
- Simple colours: White and cream suit almost everyone.
- Stretchy knitted caps: The safest choice when you do not know someone's size.
- Embroidered caps: A more special gift for elders and close family.
What to give with a prayer cap
- A prayer cap and prayer beads are the most popular pair.
- A set of prayer cap, prayer beads and prayer rug makes a fuller gift.
- A miswak and a small bottle of Zamzam water complete the gift.
Presentation
Giving gifts in small cloth pouches or simple bags looks neat and tidy. Putting the same items in each pouch makes sharing them out easier.
Send your gift quantities to Alanya Takkeleri on WhatsApp in advance, or see our prayer caps in the shop.
Try your prayer cap at Alanya Takkeleri
You can see the prayer caps described in this article at Alanya Takke, our shop Alanya Takkeleri in Şekerhane. We are open every day, 09:00–19:00.