Welcome to Ecomuseum Zavot
Welcome to Ecomuseum Zavot
In the heart of Boğatepe, nestled within stone walls that have witnessed history, a living heritage awaits you: Ecomuseum Zavot. As Turkey’s first thematic cheese museum, it tells the story of Kars’ rich cheese culture, a history deepened by migrations, and its pristine nature. We aim to preserve the wisdom of our village, our production traditions, and the values of rural life alongside our visitors, ensuring they are passed on to future generations.
In the heart of Boğatepe, nestled within stone walls that have witnessed history, a living heritage awaits you: Ecomuseum Zavot. As Turkey’s first thematic cheese museum, it tells the story of Kars’ rich cheese culture, a history deepened by migrations, and its pristine nature. We aim to preserve the wisdom of our village, our production traditions, and the values of rural life alongside our visitors, ensuring they are passed on to future generations.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
You are invited to the Opening Events of Zavot KÖK Village Teacher, Culture and Art Center at July 11th-12th, 2026!
Today, we are taking an exciting new step in our project, the "Zavot KÖK (Village Teacher, Culture and Art Center) Rural Memory and Learning Center," which was launched to pass our village’s rich history and cultural heritage on to future generations: We are Creating Our Digital Village Archive!
As the Boğatepe Environment and Life Association, we are pleased to announce that we have taken one of the most important steps in our corporate identity renewal process by completely updating our website.
You are invited to the Opening Events of Zavot KÖK Village Teacher, Culture and Art Center at July 11th-12th, 2026!
Today, we are taking an exciting new step in our project, the "Zavot KÖK (Village Teacher, Culture and Art Center) Rural Memory and Learning Center," which was launched to pass our village’s rich history and cultural heritage on to future generations: We are Creating Our Digital Village Archive!
You are invited to the Opening Events of Zavot KÖK Village Teacher, Culture and Art Center at July 11th-12th, 2026!
Today, we are taking an exciting new step in our project, the "Zavot KÖK (Village Teacher, Culture and Art Center) Rural Memory and Learning Center," which was launched to pass our village’s rich history and cultural heritage on to future generations: We are Creating Our Digital Village Archive!
Explore Our Cheeses!
Explore Our Cheeses!
Boğatepe’s cheeses continue to bridge the past and the future through both their geographically indicated (GI) products and a commitment to sustainable production. Milk carrying the fragrance of mountain flowers is crafted by master hands, aged on wooden shelves, and ultimately transformed into the pride of our village. Discover our geographically indicated flavors and our registered producers.
Boğatepe’s cheeses continue to bridge the past and the future through both their geographically indicated (GI) products and a commitment to sustainable production. Milk carrying the fragrance of mountain flowers is crafted by master hands, aged on wooden shelves, and ultimately transformed into the pride of our village. Discover our geographically indicated flavors and our registered producers.
REGISTERED PRODUCERS
REGISTERED PRODUCERS
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From the training programs we organize to our efforts in supporting local production, everything we do is made possible thanks to valuable supporters like you. Every contribution you make brings meaningful change to this region.
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© Boğatepe Çevre ve Yaşam Derneği 2025
36002 Boğatepe/Kars Merkez/Kars
© Boğatepe Çevre ve Yaşam Derneği 2025
36002 Boğatepe/Kars Merkez/Kars
© Boğatepe Çevre ve Yaşam Derneği 2025
36002 Boğatepe/Kars Merkez/Kars
© Boğatepe Çevre ve Yaşam Derneği 2025
36002 Boğatepe/Kars Merkez/Kars