Bergama’s Historical Heritage Says Goodbye: Uncle Eşref Closes His Shop

Uncle Eşref, 96, one of the iconic figures of Bergama, decided to close the doors of the historical breakfast shop he inherited from his family. This place, which was founded by his grandfather and has been in service for 80 years, became a way of life that Uncle Eşref started working at when he was only 16 years old and devoted his life to.

The shop, which was frequented by guests from all over the world, was not only a dining venue but also a cultural meeting point. This farewell, in which Uncle Eşref expressed his feelings by saying "Am I Picasso? I cannot find a reason", created a deep sadness about the future of the local tradesman culture and traditional tastes in the region.