The "Korkuluk" (Scarecrow) Culture: The village is renowned—both throughout Turkey and internationally—for its handmade scarecrows, known locally as "oyuk."
These creative, often humorous or lifelike human-shaped figures can be found everywhere: along the streets, on rooftops, and in gardens.
Barbaros Oyuk Festivali: Each year in late summer (typically August), the village hosts the Oyuk Festival.
This event celebrates local agriculture, sustainability, and rural culture through exhibitions, workshops, music, and parades.
Thanks to its unique commitment to rural tourism and the preservation of cultural heritage, the village has been included by the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in its prestigious list of "Best Tourism Villages."
Authentic Atmosphere: Barbaros features traditional stone houses, narrow streets draped with grapevines, and a slower pace of life.
Visitors can enjoy local Aegean cuisine (such as *çalkama*), traditional *dibek* coffee, and the warm hospitality of the villagers.
In short, it is a picturesque and artistic rural village that blends traditional Aegean farming life with unique street art.
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