23.04.2025

The beautiful sound of the kaval: In pursuit of a tradition

The Kurdish people are known for their rich cultural heritage and deep-rooted musical tradition. In this tradition, playing the kaval has become not only a musical practice, but also the language of emotions, nature and history. Especially in Kurdish music, the kaval stands out as an indispensable instrument with both its technical structure and the deep and emotional sounds it produces.
23.04.2025

Diyarbakır’s historical silver: A craftsman’s journey through memory

Diyarbakır is a city that has hosted many civilizations with its thousands of years of history, and is rich in cultural and artistic terms. This deep-rooted history continues to live not only on the city walls and stones, but also in traditional crafts, jewelry and handcrafted works. An important part of this traditional heritage, silversmithing still finds life in the hands of masters in Diyarbakır.
23.04.2025

Who are the Xelikans?

The Xelikan Tribe is known as an important branch of the deep-rooted Celali Tribe. They stand out with their rich cultural heritage and historical background, especially among the Kurdish communities in Central Anatolia. The Xelikans, who continue to live scattered in many regions today, have left their mark in various settlements, primarily in the Kulu district of Konya.