Roaming hurdaci

In Turkish culture, a "hurdacı" refers to a person who collects and sells scrap materials, particularly metals. These individuals typically roam neighborhoods in search of discarded items that can be recycled or resold. They often call out their services as they go door-to-door, announcing their presence with phrases like "Hurdacı!" to alert residents that they're available to collect unwanted metal items. The role of hurdacılar has been an integral part of Turkish waste management and recycling practices, helping to reduce waste by reusing and recycling materials.

Recorded in Istanbul by Colin Hunter.