Famous Laz People

Statue of Laz musician Kazim Koyuncu in Hopa
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Kazım Koyuncu (7 February 1971 – 25 June 2005) was a Turkish musician, singer, and environmental activist of Laz origin, born in Hopa, Artvin. He is ...
Laz historical figures and culture
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The year 2013 was a turning point for the Laz cultural movement. On 17 May 2013 a group of Laz academics, writers and activists established the ...

Language & Literature

Illustration of Laz language and literature
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For most of its history, Lazuri (the Laz language) was an oral language, carried in songs, proverbs and everyday speech but rarely written down. Documenting its ...

Music & Dance

Guitar memorial to Kazim Koyuncu in Hopa

“O Ses” (That Voice) is one of the most iconic songs by the legendary Laz musician Kazım Koyuncu. Featured on his album Hayde (2004), the song blends traditional Laz musical ...