Historical Sayvançatak Plateau and Çepni Turkmen Authentic Plateau Houses (Şalpazarı)

History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore Sayvançatak, one of the centuries-old plateau centers of the Turkmens of the Chepni tribe of the Oghuzs living in the Ağasar Valley, is known for its brightly colored local clothes, weaving arts and festivals. The tradition of plateau migration, preserved for centuries, is the most intact link of the cultural heritage extending from Central Asia to the Black Sea. Architectural / Natural Structure Log wooden highland houses built on stone foundations, fences surrounding the pastures, thousands of varieties of highland flowers and cool mist clouds filtering from the foothills of Sis Mountain create a fascinating Alpine landscape. Spiritual Visiting Etiquette and Commemoration Guidelines Şalpazarı Chepni culture; It is a Turkmen ethnography museum that lives with the colorful tunics worn by women, kemençe melodies and folk songs echoing throughout the plateaus. Practical Visiting Tips & Transportation It is 16 km away from Şalpazarı district center. During the traditional plateau festivals held in July and August, it is the ideal time to watch centuries-old traditional games and horons. Surrounding Routes & Local Gastronomy It can be combined with Sis Mountain Plateau, Kadırga Plateau and Çepni Weaving House. After the trip, you should have a plateau picnic with Ağasar plateau butter, corn bread and roasted potatoes. • Address / Open Location: Sayvançatak Plateau, Şalpazarı/Trabzon (Şalpazarı / Trabzon)