Ahmet Kaya Г‡г¶kertme -

The song, also known as is based on the real-life story of Halil Efe and Çakır Gülsüm in the early 20th century.

: Halil was eventually betrayed and killed by the guards. Legend says the "Kolcular" refused to give the wounded Halil water, and he was strangled to death on the orders of the local governor. Çökertme - Türkü Hikayeleri - Bekirhoca.com Ahmet Kaya Çökertme

: Halil and his lover, Gülsüm, were fleeing from the "Kolcular" (Ottoman coastal guards/customs officers). The Locations : The lyrics mention several Aegean landmarks: Çökertme : A coastal village in Milas. The song, also known as is based on

: Halil Efe was a local hero/outlaw involved in smuggling activities to make a living. Çökertme - Türkü Hikayeleri - Bekirhoca

: A beach in Bodrum where the final confrontation took place. Aspat : A hill and coastal area near Bodrum.