Cultural hotspot
Translating the natural and cultural richness of Maleksa into practical and accessible knowledge.
This page will include posts on farming, small-scale agriculture, and fauna and flora; creating an online hotspot of intrinsic knowledge that has been passed down from generation to generation.
Glossary
The local vernacular spoken in the mountain village of Maleksa and the surrounding villages is a mix of Turkish, Laz, and Pontic Greek. The glossary is in alphabetic order, with (historic) pictures, folk literature, and storytelling portraits of locals.
The Village Calendar
The calendar will include seasonal / monthly highlights, local festivities, nature symbolism, and year-round farm-life practices.
Local Gems
In Maleksa, you are surrounded by hazelnut trees. This is because 75 percent of the world`s hazelnut harvest is produced in this region. The region is also famous for its anchovies and teas. But there are many more local gems. This page will be dedicated to local institutions, farmers, artisans, and shops that promote sustainable practices.