Gathering to have a good time their shared heritage, the proud Laz individuals of the Black Sea area gathered in Istanbul’s Çekmeköy Municipality to partake within the Anchovy Festival, throughout which the thrilling “Formulaz Races” had been held.
Spectators watched in amazement because the racers roared the intricately crafted picket vehicles to life with guide pedals, revving their engines and difficult one another in an intense race to succeed in the end line first.
Addressing the journalists earlier than the “Anchovy Festival and Formulaz Races” held in entrance of the Alemdağ Cultural Center, Çekmeköy Mayor Ahmet Poyraz expressed his delight on the prospect of retaining the Black Sea tradition alive of their districts.
Poyraz stated that this yr marked the inaugural “Formulaz” races on the Anchovy competition. It seems this thrilling custom will probably be ongoing within the years to come back.
The begin of the races was given with the normal methodology “Xaşattule,” which is thought to make a popping sound when the thick, braided rope within the type of a whip strikes the bottom.
At the competitors, the place the volunteers had been organized into teams of 5, the officers methodically examined every picket automobile to make sure it adhered to the set rules.
At the competitors, the place individuals had been awarded gleaming cups and medals, prizes had been additionally given to the triumphant victors.
Poyraz, who was helping the catering crew in getting ready fish and bread, stated that 6 tons of anchovies can be shared with the residents as a part of the festivities.
At the occasion, artists from the Black Sea area, similar to Murat Köse, Gökhan Can Boğaznakoğlu, the Koliva group and horn dancers, supplied beautiful performances.
Source: www.dailysabah.com
