Yuruk (Yörük) is Turk. It derives from the Turkish word ‘yurumek’ (walking). Its essence, ancestors and background is from Middle Asia. Its means of livelihood is animal raising. Our people have come to love and integrate with their animals, which are the means of their livelihood, and with the nature which feeds them to such an extent that this beloved understanding, this enthusiastic perception has led to the love for humans and the “hospitability” of Turks which is worldwide accepted and appreciated.