In Crimea, until the early 20th century, information was transmitted to the local population by town criers. In Crimean Tatar, they were called «delyal.» They announced official news from the city authorities and also participated in the auctions of local entrepreneurs. Based on materials from an article by N. Bakkal, specialist in exhibition activities, published on the website of the Bakhchysarai Historical, Cultural and Archaeological Museum-Reserve.