Cerkez Kizi Info

Many Circassian women entered the Ottoman Imperial Harem , where they often rose to the position of Valide Sultan (Queen Mother), exerting immense political power in the court.

The phrase "Çerkes Kızı" frequently appears in Turkish and Caucasian art: Cerkez Kizi

The composer has a famous classical guitar piece titled Cerkez Kızı . Many Circassian women entered the Ottoman Imperial Harem

Today, "Çerkes Kızı" represents a modern effort to preserve a fading language and heritage. Cerkez Kizi