Many members of the Safavid nobility and élite had Circassian ancestry and Circassian dignitaries, such as the kings Abbas II of Persia (reigned 1642–1666) and Suleiman I of Persia (reigned 1666–1694).

Circassian, member of a Caucasian people speaking a northwest Caucasian language (see Kabardian language). From ancient times Circassia, comprising roughly the northwestern region of the …

Today, the Circassian diaspora is spread across nearly 40 countries, with the largest communities residing in Turkey, which is home to an estimated two to three million people.

To deepen your understanding of Circassian history and culture, here’s a curated list of books and scholarly articles. This selection aims to provide a comprehensive overview from ancient times to the …

Nov 13, 2017 · The Circassian people are a part of the northwest Caucasian ethnic groups, initially from Circassia. Most of these people were displaced when the Russians invaded Circassia in the early …

The Circassians, an ancient and proud people, have a history that spans over a thousand years, marked by periods of grandeur, strife, and ultimately, tragedy.

Feb 8, 2026 · A core controversy is whether the 19th‑century expulsions constitute genocide: many historians, Circassian activists and several states describe the events as a deliberate campaign of …

Circassian History The Circassians - self-designation Adyge- are the oldest indigenous people of North Caucasus. Their language belongs to the North-West of the Caucasian family of languages.

Today, significant Circassian communities can be found in Turkey, Jordan, Syria, and other countries due to historical displacement. Circassians have maintained their cultural heritage through traditional …

From the 16 th Century onwards, the easternmost part of Circassia acquired a relatively centralised statehood and became a different political entity, though the same Circassian language and culture …