Many wonder about the origin of the unusual name of this settlement and its meaning.
The history of Galcha, as local residents assert, traces its roots back to the era of the Ottoman Empire.
“On the territory of the present-day village lived representatives of the tribe 'Kyzyl-Bashtars', who played a significant role in historical events in Iran and Turkestan. Despite their small numbers, they stood out for their bravery and unity,” the residents say.
Warriors from this lineage were known for their red headdress, resembling a turban, which gave rise to their name 'Kyzyl-Bashtars', meaning 'red heads'.
About 600-650 years ago, there lived a bey named Galcha, after whom the village was named. The word 'galcha' translates as 'support of the hearth' and also means 'head of the clan' and 'military leader', as noted in the report.
Today, approximately 45 households reside in Galcha, and the main occupation of the local residents is agriculture.
