Searching For Christian Turks In Europe - Inside Gagauzia, Moldova 🇲🇩

The Gagauz Turks are an ethnic group with a unique culture and language. They reside primarily in the autonomous region of Gagauzia, which is located in the southern part of Moldova. Gagauzia is known for its rich traditions, including vibrant folk music and distinctive cuisine. The people of Gagauzia are proud of their heritage and work hard to preserve their cultural identity. The region has its own flag, anthem, and even its own national day. Gagauzia is a fascinating place with a rich history and a strong sense of community. The Gagauz people have a distinct language, which is a Turkic language with its own alphabet, and they also have their own customs and traditions that set them apart from other ethnic groups in the region. The Gagauz are known for their hospitality and warm-heartedness, and visitors to Gagauzia often remark on the friendliness of the local people. The region is also known for its beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and picturesque villages. Overall, Gagauzia is a unique and welcoming place with a rich cultural heritage. Let's deep dive together into this stateless nation.
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[Davud_Akh]

Gagauzia is an autonomous region in Moldova. It is situated in the southern part of the country and is home to the Gagauz people, who have their own distinct language and culture. Gagauzia has its own government, with its capital in Comrat, and has a special status within Moldova. The region is known for its beautiful rural landscapes, rich traditions, and vibrant folk culture. Gagauzia is an exciting and unique part of Moldova, with a rich history and a strong sense of identity.

Let's deep dive together into this stateless nation.

Have you ever heard of Gagauzia?

[giorgalletos]

So christian turks exist! great video brother. greetings from Cyprrus - Greek Part.

[naturealbums]

This is interesting for me I'm a British Turk from Trakya (Thrace) was born in Istanbul. Culturally we may have a lot in common with these Gagauz Turkish people. Most of our roots were from Europe. Although I don't follow a religion most of our families are secular it's interesting and cool these people are Christians. I'm also quite interested in Tengrism the original Turkic nature religion. I believe it is rising in places like Azerbaijan and some youth in Turkiye. Look forward to your next video.

[nazob]

I love your videos! They’re always so calm and you’ve shown me so many places I would otherwise never know about

[cubbelicommando]

Turkish, Gagauz and Azerbaijani are over 90% mutually intelligible, which is great that you noticed. The difference between them is about the same as the dialects of Dutch.

[Claudiu_S_from_Canada]

Thank you for helping me rediscover my country of origin through your eyes. :-) you did a great job with România and all. Congrats!

[Southfloridavibes]

Good Sunday morning to you Davud, it's 6.26am and I'm happy to see your video now. I've been waiting for it. Thank you bro.✌️

[SURAH]

David your such a calm and your videos are very educational

[gayani]

First viewer from SriLanka 😊😊, please come again to SriLanka ❤

[janakaperera]

Nice bus driver, very helpful, enjoy your visit to this autonomous region, all the very best wishes from Sri Lanka ❤️🇱🇰🇱🇰

[Marsha]

You are so pleasant, Davud. Another great vlog ❤❤❤

[monsieurmike]

I will be visiting Turkey soon for a hair transplant...Nice one my brother...happy and safe adventures. Spread the knowledge and positive vibes...

[juliad.]

It is a pleasure to follow you friend
You are such a calm traveler
And very pleasant with anyone you interact
Subscribed when you went to Romania my natal country. Which I love very much
We live in the USA for 40 years ..
but Romania never left my heart
Too bad you did not go to Oradea .. another beautiful city
Wishing you safe travel anywhere you go
May the Lord guide your steps and may the Lord bless you ❤

[teresanyss]

Video are super clear you make your views happy

[SpiderF]

I am Romanian but i never visited that part of the world.
I hope you enjoyed your visit over there....

[alonalaplana]

Hi Davud, I was able to get to parts of the world lesser known to many because of your videos. I have been watching your videos long before i decided to subscribe. So ashamed that you've travelled in parts of our country, the Philippines, even I as local have not gone to. Thank you for being always respectful and generous to all locals in whatever country you choose to travel.

[cubbelicommando]

Gagauz has very high intelligibility with Turkish, so high that it may be a dialect of Turkish. SIL says that not only Gagauz but also Balkan Gagauz Turkish are separate languages, but I wonder what criteria they are using to split them. The Gagauz are Christians living in Moldavia who strangely enough speak a Turkish language with many Christian Slavic loanwords.

[chazblessed]

You are truly blessed person thanks so very much for sharing with us all the good and great service you do for others I have been watching most days you videos which I do love have a great day ❤

[dahmooren]

You live a charmed life, as you visit people and share your kindness. Thank you.

[MrDuleepa]

Nice video . Good bus journey experience my friend