A Journey to the Magic World - Szkoła Podstawowa Nr 9 im. Marii

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Travel
Book
A Journey to the Magic World
Comenius Project
2013-2015
The Travel Book
was prepared
by Poland
Travel Book | Introduction 1
CONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................................................. 4
Chapter 1 ............................................................................................... 5
Sicily..................................................................................................... 5
1.
About Italy ................................................................................. 5
2.
Trips .......................................................................................... 8
3.
The legend of Sicily ................................................................. 15
4.
Impressions ............................................................................. 17
Chapter 2 .............................................................................................. 29
Poland ................................................................................................ 29
1.
About Poland........................................................................... 29
2.
Trips ........................................................................................ 33
3.
The legend of Jurassic Castles ............................................... 43
4.
Impressions ............................................................................. 45
Chapter 3 .............................................................................................. 62
Spain .................................................................................................. 62
1.
About Spain ............................................................................ 62
2.
Trips ........................................................................................ 65
3.
The legend about a jealous monkey ........................................ 77
4.
Impressions ............................................................................. 79
Chapter 4 .............................................................................................. 89
Turkey ................................................................................................ 89
1.
About Turkey ........................................................................... 89
2.
The legend about Amazons and the story of Ferhat and Sirin . 97
3.
Impressions ........................................................................... 101
Introduction
A Journey to the Magic World
THE PARTICIPATING COUNTRIES: Turkey (The Coordinator), Poland,
Italy, Spain.
The schools participating in the project:
Yunus Emre Ortaokulu (TURKEY)
Szkoła Podstawowa nr 9 im. Marii Dąbrowskiej (POLAND)
Istituto Comprensivo Giovanni Paolo II (ITALY)
Cra Las Villuercas (SPAIN)
The project is about sharing natural and cultural heritage of different
countries. Our aim is gaining knowledge and experience about different
cultures and countries. The project involves traveling to cities around our
own city and eating a famous traditional food, visiting one historical place
and seeing one natural beauty of each city. At the end of the journey,
partner countries will exhibit the photos that have been taken during the
journey together. Partner schools introduce their hometown and their
region ( cities in the neighbourhood) under the heading of historical and
cultural heritage, natural beauty and traditional food. A travel brochure
involving journey notes and photos will be made. So that the experiences
and knowledge about the beauties of countries will be transferred to the
next generations.
Chapter 1
Sicily
1. About Italy
Italy (Italian: Italia) is a country in Southern Europe. Together with
Greece, it is acknowledged as the birthplace of Western culture. Not
surprisingly, it is also home to the greatest number of UNESCO World
Heritage Sites in the world. High art and monuments are to be found
everywhere around the country.
It is also famous worldwide for its delicious cuisine, its trendy fashion
industry, luxury sports cars and motorcycles, diverse regional cultures
and dialects, as well as for its beautiful coast, alpine lakes and mountain
ranges (the Alps and Apennines). No wonder it is often nicknamed the
Bel Paese (the Beautiful Country).
Two independent mini-states are surrounded entirely by Italy: San
Marino and Vatican City. While technically not part of the European
Union, both of these states are also part of the Schengen Area and the
European Monetary Union.
Travel Book | Chapter 1 5
Italy is, for the most part, a peninsula situated on the Mediterranean Sea,
bordering France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia in the north. Italy,
which is boot-shaped, is surrounded by the Ligurian and the Tyrrhenian
Seas to the west, the Mediterranean and Ionian Seas to the South, and
the Adriatic Sea to the East.
Italian is the official language spoken by the majority of the population,
but as you travel throughout the country you will find that there are
several distinct Italian dialects depending on the region you're in. French
is spoken in the northwest and German in the northeast. Italy has a very
diverse landscape, but can be primarily described as mountainous,
including the Alps and the Apennines mountain ranges that run through
the vast majority of it. Two major islands are part of this country:
Sardinia, which is an island off the west coast of Italy, and Sicily, at the
southern tip (the "toe") of the boot.
Sicily is a land of extremes and contrasts, a magnification of all things
Italian.
It is also an island of enormous intensity, a concentrated distillation of
history, architecture and gastronomic delights, where incandescent
volcanoes light up the night skies, mountain ranges jostle for supremacy,
and where the sea has sculpted a coastline of stunning variety and
beauty.
With its wonderful climate, Sicily is eminently visitable all the year round
and each season has its own distinctive charm.
There is always something to do, whether it be lounging on golden
beaches, hiking in the mountains, visiting ancient archaeological sites,
skiing on Mount Etna or shopping in Palermo’s fashionable boutiques.
Wherever you turn you will see evidence of Sicily’s 3,000 years of history
as the strategic crossroads of Europe. Nowhere else have Phoenicians,
Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Normans, French, Germans, Spanish, Italians,
and even the British, left such an enormous collective legacy. The island
is a vast open-air museum, a testament to nearly every Mediterranean
civilisation of the past.
Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean, and the largest region in
Italy. It’s packed with things to see and places to go, so you shouldn’t
expect to “do” it all in one go.
2. Trips
Catania - in the shadow of Mount Etna
Catania is Sicily’s second largest city, with a population of around
300,000. It lies on the Ionian Sea, under the shadow of Mount Etna, or “A
Muntagna” as the locals refer to it. Mount Etna is ever-present and has to
a large extent shaped both the history and the actual existence of
Catania. On several occasions volcanic eruptions destroyed the city, the
most devastating of which happened in the 17th Century. In 1669
Catania was covered in lava and then, just 24 years later in 1693 an
earthquake shook the town down to its foundations.
The reaction to this latter catastrophe was amazing: the entire old part of
town was rebuilt in Baroque style, with large, wide open squares and
avenues. The most remarkable aspect, however, was the building
material used: lava! Catania is essentially a “grey” city and unique in the
world for this.
An ideal starting point would be the main square, Piazza Duomo.
This delightful square and all its surroudning buildings was designed by
one man, Giovanni Battista Vaccarini .
In the centre of the piazza is the city's most memorable monument, the
smiling Fontana dell'Elefante (Fountain of the Elephant; 1736). This
comical statue is composed of a naive elephant, dating from the Roman
period, surmounted by an improbable Egyptian obelisk. The elephant,
with its upturned trunk, is known locally as Liotru and is the symbol of the
city.
The Cathedral, dedicated to St. Agata, the city’s patron saint, stands on
the site of an 11th Century church that was almost entirely destroyed in
the 1693 eruption. Its replacement is a very impressive, imposing
Baroque structure that incorporates some Roman columns taken from
the amphitheatre. These are not the only Roman elements, however, as
underneath are some Roman baths. Inside, the Baroque theme
continues with several ornate chapels and a fresco recording the 1693
earthquake. Bellini, Catania’s most famous son, is buried here, as are (in
ash form) three Aragonese kings: Frederick II, Louis and Frederick III.
Mount Etna
The power and romance of mount Etna, at 3,323m (almost 10,902ft) the
tallest active volcano in Europe, and undoubtedly the dominating feature
of the eastern part of Sicily have attracted the attention of travellers,
artists, poets and philosophers for centuries:
"From whose caverned depths aspire, In purest folds upwreathing, tost
Fountains of approachless fire-- by day a flood of smouldering smoke
With sullen gleam the torrents pour." Pindar - about 470BC.
“A’ Muntagna” (“the mountain” in local dialect) has always dominated the
lives of those who live in its shadow: Its lava flows and dust clouds bring
destruction, but they also enrich the soil, making the lower slopes and
the surrounding plains some of the most fertile regions in Sicily, and
spawning vast expanses of vines and citrus plantation. The periodic
eruptions have been well documented through history, from the tales of
Pindar to the modern day. Recent eruptions have been spectacular in
their nature, though quite safe as they start far from inhabited areas.
Whenever Etna erupts, journalists and travellers are drawn from all over
the world to admire (from a safe distance) the unique sight of the
smoking craters and snaking lava flows, which are visible from miles
away. Hiking on Etna is a fabulous experience and you will get much
more from it if you take advantage of the knowledge of one of our
qualified guides. A cable car takes some of the sweat out of the trip up,
and the descent past the awe inspiring Valle del Bove with its deep
canyon of spent lava flows is an experience you won’t forget in a hurry.
There are two main points of departure for a trip on Etna: Etna Sud (la
Sapienza) from which you may either walk or take the cable car to
2,900m, from there it is a 2-4 hour round trip to the summit craters,
although there is no need to go that far to get a good feel for the majesty
of the mountain. The other point of departure is Etna Nord (Piano
Provenzana) from where you may walk or take buses up to the
observatory at 2,400m. You may walk to the summit craters from there.
Taormina
As soon as you arrive in Taormina, you will feel the magical, mythical
atmosphere spread all around which has enchanted visitors from all over
the world for years and years. Settled on a hill of the Monte Tauro,
Taormina dominates two grand, sweeping bays below and on the
southern side, the top of Mount Etna, the European highest active
volcano, often capped with snow, offering to the visitors a breathtaking,
dramatic and memorable view over almost one hundred miles of
Mediterranean sea.
Taormina really seems to be born as a tourist resort since past times,
when ancient people like the Sicels, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines,
Saracens, Arabs, Normans and Spaniards chose it as their residential
site thank to its favourable position, mild climate and magic atmosphere.
Nowadays visitors can still find fine examples of Taormina’s golden
times: the splendid Greek Theatre, the Roman “Naumachiae”, the 10th
century Palazzo Corvaja, the 13th century Cathedral of Saint Nicolò, the
16th century Palace of the Dukes of Saint Stefano, the public gardens,
the “Badia Vecchia” (Ancient Abbey) and many others.
3. The legend of Sicily
There are many ancient legend about our island, legends that tell of the
primitive men that lived here. One of these legends date from the
Byzantine rule and is called the Legend of Sicily. This legend was born to
give an explanation to the island’s name Sicily (its’ ancient name was
Trinacria – land of the three capes). It tells the story of a beautiful
Lebanese princess, whose name was Sicily. An oracle had predicted that
before she became 15 years old she was to leave her country alone in a
boat, and if she did not do so she would end up in the jaws of the
monster “Greek-east” that would have appeared under the terrible form
of the cat-monster. To avoid this terrible fate, upon the completion of the
fifteenth year of age of the princess, her parents, crying and desperate
with pain, put her in a boat and entrusted it to the waves. After three
months adrift at sea the poor princess Sicily believed that her life had
come to an end, since there was no more food or water. Her boat was
taken by good winds upon a gorgeous beach at the slopes of Etna – this
beach consisted of lumps lava and golden sand, full of flowers and fruits,
but completely deserted and lonely. The young princess was in despair
and cried until she no longer had tears, when suddenly a young beautiful
man appears next to hear, to give her comfort and love. The young boy
explained that the islanders had all died of plague, and that fate had
chosen him and princess Sicily to repopulate the island with a stronger
and kinder breed. Just him and her, two young and beautiful humans,,,
things could not have turned out better, and you can imagine how happy
they were. Sicily did indeed marry this young man, who was really
capable and brave, with the looks of a true knight. Being now king of the
entire kingdom, a kingdom filled with so many treasures and with all that
that land was producing, he was glad and esteemed Sicily as the apple
of his eye. Because of this he wished to call their land Sicily, and this has
been its’ name ever since then.
Catania has got a particular symbol, a stone-made elephant. It is in the
main square of the city just in front of the cathedral dedicated to its
patron, Saint Agatha.
The elephant stands in the centre of the square and it seems to observe
the city and its inhabitants , who are very affectionated to it.
There are many legends linked to it, but there is one in particular which
sounds very fascinating. It tells us that in ancient times , when Catania
was firstly inhabited, some fierce animals threatened the city; so its
inhabitants used the elephant (which was called Diotru) to make the
other animals go away. As a consequence in order to thank the elephant
people made a statue which represented it and which has become the
symbol of the city
4. Impressions
EMILIA (Poland)
One day at school, our teacher say me and my friend Susan, that 25th
October is the Comenius traveled to Italy, Sicily. We were very happy,
because this is our first exchange in life. A few days later, it was time to
leave and we, three teachers met in the parking near the school,
because we had bus, which will take us to the airport in Pyrzowice. The
flight lasted two hours.
On-site picked me up from the airport and Zuzia family, with whom we
had to stay. The boy who hosted us was Andrea. He had two sisters
Roby and Fabry and nice parents 
We walked to school together and listened to how lessons are conducted
in Italy. It was a bit different than in Poland, because the children were
sitting in jackets or hang them in the classroom and did not change
shoes!
One day we had planned exit of Mount Etna. It is a volcano in Sicily,
which every now and then poured lava. At the top was very cold and it
was snowing! After returning home, saw through binoculars as the
volcano erupts. The first time I saw something so amazing. This view
was terrifying, but also beautiful and interesting.
Also we visited the beautiful city of Taormina. We could buy something
or get something to eat. There were beautiful views and we saw the
Greek theater, which surely everyone loved it!
In the evening we all met often together, played games and talked.
Sometimes we left the arcades, which had a great time. This trip was
great for me, because met many new people, their customs and culture. I
will never forget it. Dated 30th October we had to leave. The family came
with us to the airport where we said goodbye.
Muhammet (Turkey)
Our Italy started today. I was kind excited but ore on the plane
excitement was gone. Third time when we got off the plane one very
social and enthusiastic kid greeted first day we rested a lot and got rid of
jet lay. 2 nd day we went to sourer practice. That night they gave is a
welcome party. Next day our trips started went thus streets with old
buildings. They really care about old historic buildings. Tonight we went
to cu party as well and got very tired and went to sleep as soon as we
went home. Later an we were going to the etna volcano and a long trip
was ahead of us. Before going to etna we went to a place where the lava
from the volcano was. There were two kirks of volcanic ash. One was
very hard and the other one very soft. Eventually we dim bed the etna
volcano. The beauty of the etna volcano was making us forget all our
tiredness. We saw the craters in the mountain and it was beautiful. We
went to the arena in the last day of our visit.
It was time to go home. I was sad we were leaving here but happy. I
would see family again. I am glad we came they really took good care of
as, especially. I liked the family I stayed with and when they come to
turkey I will treat the best I can.
RÜMEYSA (Turkey)
While I was going to Italy. I got really tired. With the sincerely of Mariella
and Roberto I forgot my tiredness. From the beginning of this journey.
They treated us very kind. They changed their life styles and food for us.
their school is very funny and students are really lovely. Alessia,
Jenniferr, Melutzza, Antonella are the ones that I cannot forget. I
assumed sarah as my sister. She is so sweet and she really deserves to
be happy. Mariella is full of love and smiling. Silvia is just like coming out
of nutella.
5 days that I’ve spent in Italy is really so special for me. Shopping centre
and Mt. etna was fascinating during the journey. I enjoyed Mostly at Etna
we visited a lot of churches; Exploring other religions temples was
interesting. They were different but beautiful places for us. I’ ve
experienced great memories that I won’t ever forget. I thank every part of
these moments. Italy is absolutely magnificent with people, historical
places, churches and schools. Also meeting people from Spain and
Poland is exciting I thank comenius project.
SÜMEYYE (Turkey)
Italians are very hospitable. Behavior towards us very good. They always
smiling and this very sweet. They changed their meals for us and food
was very nice. They show us historical places and really wonderful.
Countries have introduced a very nice. They were really good and we
broke up very quickly. Scholl teacher and students they treated very
sympathetic. We very like Mariella. We were like friends and very good.
We were lucky to be with this family. Roberto was also with us and
greeted nicely. I really like the school rules. Historical places and
shopping centre is very beautiful. Shopping malls and other places were
much attention to the environment. Mount Etna was very fun and
adventurous. The snow was too much it was so much fun and we were
playing in the snow our day evening we went to mount Etna . Mount Etna
burst and looks magical. There were there and it was delicious honey.
AHMETCAN (Turkey)
24.2013 we started the night journey. The journey took about 6 hours we
arrived in italy at the end. Italy will stay in the home and Agostino met
with Andrea. We went home with his mother and sister met. The first day
passed like. We got up and went the school on the morning of
25.11.2013. schools was very nice and very kind of school children
greeted vs. and 1 in the school gym meeting was held. We went bode
home often spending time playing. They took vs to a party in the
evening. I had all the kids at the party end celebrating this night we
finished. 26.11.2013 we went to school in the morning and from there we
went to a store with a service from Etnapolis. There was something very
large and very beautiful place located in Etnapolis 2’I have meeting and
we returned to our house. 27.11.2013 morning we got up and went to
school on a bus after a while we went to mount Etna volcano. There had
and still have many volcanic stones was on erupting volcano. We
returned home and finished today.28.11.2013 we went to school in the
morning and take a bus from Taormina, the places we visited were very
interesting place. There we visited the shopping centers and historical
places and had so much fun.29.11.2013 end of the morning and
everyone was sool to Italy by the time we went to the airport at 10:00 I
am very sorry and we hugged goodbye and they treated us very well.
Thank you very much four everything.
LUCIA (Spain)
CELIA (Spain)
JOSE MARIA (Spain)
JUAN MANUEL (Spain)
Chapter 2
Poland
1. About Poland
Poland, officially the Republic of Poland (Polish: Rzeczpospolita
Polska, is a country in Central Europe bordered by Germany to the west;
the Czech Republic and Slovakia to the south; Ukraine and Belarus to
the east; and the Baltic Sea, Kaliningrad Oblast (a Russian exclave) and
Lithuania to the north. The total area of Poland is 312,679 square
kilometres (120,726 sq mi), making it the 71st largest country in the
world and the 9th largest in Europe. With a population of over
38.5 million people, Poland is the 34th most populous country in the
world, the sixth most populous member of the European Union, and the
most populous post-communist member of the European Union. Poland
is a unitary state divided into 16 administrative subdivisions.
Many historians trace the establishment of a Polish state to 966, when
Mieszko I,] ruler of a territory roughly coextensive with that of present-day
Poland, converted to Christianity. The Kingdom of Poland was founded
in 1025, and in 1569 it cemented a longstanding political association with
the Grand Duchy of Lithuania by signing the Union of Lublin, forming the
Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth. The Commonwealth gradually
ceased to exist in the years 1772–1795, when the Polish territory was
partitioned among Prussia, the Russian Empire, and Austria. Poland
regained its independence (as the Second Polish Republic) at the end of
World War I, in 1918.
Two decades later, in September 1939, World War II started with the
invasions of Poland by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union (as part of
the Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact). More than six million Polish citizens died
in the war. In 1944, a Soviet-backed Polish provisional government was
formed which, after a period of conflict, falsified a referendum and an
election, giving rise to a satellite state of the Soviet Union, Polish
Republic (Rzeczpospolita Polska), renamed to the People's Republic of
Poland (Polska Rzeczpospolita Ludowa) in 1952. During the Revolutions
of 1989, Poland's Marxist–Leninist government was overthrown and
Poland adopted a new constitution establishing itself as a democracy
under the name Rzeczpospolita Polska, often referred to as the "Third
Polish Republic" (III Rzeczpospolita).
Zawiercie is a city in the Silesian Voivodeship of southern Poland with
51880 inhabitants (2011). It is situated in the Kraków-Częstochowa
Upland near the source of the Warta River. The city has also historically
been known by the names Zaveyurchy, Zavertse, Zavirtcha and
Zavyerche. The town lies near the historical region of Silesia, but
belongs to Lesser Poland. In 1945, it was made a part of the Katowice
Voivodeship. Zawiercie is home to a sports club Warta Zawiercie,
established in 1921.
Zawiercie, even though currently associated with Silesia, belongs to
Lesser Poland. The town lies near the source of the Warta river, and its
name probably comes from the location. The inhabitants of the ancient
village of Kromołów, to reach another village located on the other side of
the river, would go behind the Warta, or in Polish - za Wartę. From the
perspective of Kromołów, Zawiercie is located behind the Warta. The
town is a gateway to the Polish Jura, where several castles, which used
to defend western border of Lesser Poland, are located.
Zawiercie has the area of 85 square kilometers, and until 1945, the town
was administratively tied with Lesser Poland’s Kielce.
It is located along the Warsaw–Vienna railway, and is a road hub, on the
National Road Nr. 78.
2. Trips
The trail of the eagle's nests
The area lying between Kraków and Częstochowa, called KrakówCzęstochowa Upland, is one of the most beautiful places in Poland and
the cradle of Polish culture.
The cradle of Polish culture, comprising more landmarks than any other
place in the country, is located amidst beautiful hills covered with forests,
picturesque limestone monadnocks, creates an impression of
extraordinary harmony between man and the environment. In the distant
past, the first human settlements were established in Silesia and Lesser
Poland and at the beginning of the second millennium the first fortresses
were built, which were to protect the trade routes in the emerging Piast
state.
The Castle in Bobolice
The Bobolice castle is located on a picturesque, rocky hill. It is one of the
most famous fortresses lying along the Trail of the Eagles' Nests, in the
center of the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland. The castle is situated less
than a half hour walk from the twin fortress in Mirów.
There are also trails for longer hikes towards the area of the
Rzędkowice and Kroczycze Rocks and other attractive places in the
Upland. The castle is an example of the building which after centuries of
being a ruin was rebuilt in modern times.
The Castle in Mirów
Undoubtedly, it is one of the most beautiful monuments on the Trail of
Eagles' Nests. A monumental castle building lies on a hill. For some its
shape resembles a boat. In spite of many years of being in ruins it is still
fairly impressive. The Mirowska fortress is one of the oldest fortifications
of the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland. We know that a stone watchtower
was erected in the mid-fourteenth century, during the reign of Casimir the
Great.
Podzamcze. The Ruins of Ogrodzieniec Castle in Podzamcze.
Ogrodzieniec Castle is the largest castle of the Kraków-Częstochowa
Upland and, undoubtedly, one the most beautiful castles in Poland. It is
located on Mount Janowski at the heart of the Upland. Fantastic rock
formations, which were used to construct the castle, make the majestic
ruins even more picturesque. The castle is situated in the central part of
the Polish Jura and it is easy to get there. The red marked Eagles' Nests
Trail runs nearby.
Kraków
Kraków (Cracow) is the second largest and one of the oldest cities in
Poland. Situated on the Vistula River (Polish: Wisła) in the Lesser Poland
region, the city dates back to the 7th century. Kraków has traditionally
been one of the leading centres of Polish academic, cultural, and artistic
life and is one of Poland's most important economic hubs. It was the
capital of Poland from 1038 to 1569; the Polish–Lithuanian
Commonwealth from 1569 to 1596; Free City of Kraków from 1815 to
1846; the Grand Duchy of Cracow from 1846 to 1918; and Kraków
Voivodeship from the 14th century to 1999. It is now the capital of the
Lesser Poland Voivodeship.
The city has grown from a Stone Age settlement to Poland's second
most important city. It began as a hamlet on Wawel Hill and was already
being reported as a busy trading centre of Slavonic Europe in 965. With
the establishment of new universities and cultural venues at the
emergence of the Second Polish Republic in 1918 and throughout the
20th century, Kraków reaffirmed its role as a major national academic
and artistic centre. The city has a population of approximately 760,000
whereas about 8 million people live within a 100 kilometres (62 miles)
radius of its main square.
Kraków's historic centre, which includes the Old Town, Kazimierz and the
Wawel Castle, was included as the first of its kind on the list of UNESCO
World Heritage Sites in 1978. The Old Town (Polish: Stare Miasto) is the
most prominent example of an old town in the country. For many
centuries Kraków was the royal capital of Poland, until Sigismund III
Vasa relocated the court to Warsaw in 1596. The whole district is
bisected by the Royal Road, the coronation route traversed by the Kings
of Poland. The Route begins at St. Florian's Church outside the northern
flank of the old city-walls in the medieval suburb of Kleparz; passes the
Barbican of Kraków (Barbakan) built in 1499, and enters Stare Miasto
through the Florian Gate. It leads down Floriańska Street through the
Main Square, and up Grodzka to Wawel, the former seat of Polish
royalty, overlooking the Vistula river. Old Town attracts visitors from all
over the World. Kraków historic centre is one of the 13 places in Poland
that are included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The architectural
design of the Old Town had survived all cataclysms of the past and
retained its original form coming from the medieval times. The Old Town
district of Kraków is home to about six thousand historic sites and more
than two million works of art. Its rich variety of historic architecture
includes Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings.
Kraków's palaces, churches, theatres and mansions display great variety
of color, architectural details, stained glass, paintings, sculptures, and
furnishings.
Wieliczka Salt Mine
The only salt mine in the world preserved in such pristine condition and
placed on the original UNESCO list of the World Heritage Sites ! 135
meters underground! Visited by more than 1 million tourists a year.
"The historic Salt Mine in Wieliczka is the only site in the world where
mining has continued since the Middle Ages. Lying on nine levels, its
original excavations (longitudinals, traverses, chambers, lakes, as well
as lesser and major shafts) stretch for the total of 300 kilometres:
reaching the depth of 327 metres they illustrate all the stages of the
development of the mining technology over time." - the quotation comes
from the justification of entering the Wieliczka Salt Mine into UNESCO's
1st World List of Cultural and Natural Heritage on 8th September, 1978
together with 11 other sites from all over the world.
The mine is also notable for a long tradition of tourism. The famous
breath-taking site has been visited over the centuries by Nicolaus
Copernicus, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Alexander von Humboldt,
Dimitri Mendeleev, Boleslaw Prus, Ignacy Paderewski, Pope John Paul
II, and crowned heads of state, not to mention millions of people from all
over the world. Included in the tour is a stunning "underground town" with
lakes, passages, and the marvelous St Kinga chapel.
Koszęcin
Castle in Koszęcin - palace complex in the classical style located in the
center of Koszęcin. The current head of the National Song and Dance
Ensemble "Śląsk". The castle was built in 1609 and has regained its
former glory. The castle has so far organized various events and
conferences. The castle surrounded by a park, which is now a dozen
species of protected plants and animals.
Śląsk Song and Dance Ensemble (full name: Polish National Song and
Dance Ensemble "Śląsk" in memory of Stanisław Hadyna, in Polish:
Zespół Pieśni i Tańca "Śląsk" im. Stanisława Hadyny) is one of the
largest Polish folk ensembles. It was founded on 1 July 1953 by
Stanisław Hadyna and is named after the Silesia ("Śląsk") region.
The member of the ensemble runs the dancing classes of Polish national
and folk dances.
3. The legend of Jurassic Castles
Elderly people say that the Castle in Podzamcze is haunted by huge
black dog at night. The dog is has got a three-metre long chain on its
neck. This mysterious animal was aleady seen before I World War by the
pople who lived then. They used to say that at night none of the horses
wanted to go through the castle gate despite the nice smell of grass
outside…
The black dog was seen by so many people that it can’t be just a
fantasy. The strange creature has been appearing in the same form for
at least seventy years. If we want to explain the mystery of the black dog
which was seen by many inhabitants of Podzamcze, we must look for the
explanation in the history of Ogrodzieniec Castle.
According to 15th century chronicles, a representative of the Krezowie
family captured and imprisoned his niece in the Bobolice Castle. She is
still said to haunt the stronghold as a lady in white.
There is also a tale about two twin brothers, owners of castles in Mirów
and Bobolice.Legend has it that they dug a tunnel between the two
strongholds so that they could often meet tête à tête. One day they came
into possession of a big treasure – they hid it in the tunnel and put an
odious-looking witch on guard to deter any potential thieves. The
brothers understood each other perfectly and could go through fire and
water for each other. However, their friendship was put to a difficult test,
when one brother brought a beautiful girl from his war expedition.
Suspecting that his twin brother may have fallen in love with the girl, he
locked her in the cellar near the treasure. One day, during the absence
of the witch, who was attending a witches’ sabbath at the Bald Mount, he
caught the pair of lovers in the vault. He got angry, murdered his brother
and bricked up the girl in the castle dungeons.The ghost of the girl is still
said to haunt the castle tower.
4. Impressions
MELTEM (THE TEACHER OF ENGLİSH, Turkey)
I'm very pleased to meet with my polish friens in Poland.I admired the
polish families hospitability and the friendliness.
I'm really interested in Polish culture,folk dances,dishes,the nature,the
countryside.The activities at the school were all student centered and our
pupils had the chance to see the school culture of Poland.The teacher
were well organised and so we had no difficulty in adapting.The town
Zawierce was full of nature.I loved Krakow and the salt mine.It was very
impressive and wonderful.
The best thing is 'A journey to the magic world',our project broadaned our
minds.This was the first time I was in Poland and now I want to visit
Poland again and again.
REFİK (THE HEAD ASSISTANT)
I was very impressed by the friendliness of our Polish friends and
families.I think everything was perfect and I was happy to be there.
I thank everybody who have a lot of attempts for the project. I liked
everything and the salt mine in Krakow.I wish all of my Polish friends
happy and successful days.
ÖZKAN (ASSISTANT TEACHER)
I liked the atmosphere in Poland,the people are very friendly and
hospitable.I thank all the teachers and students playing a great role in
this project.I was very happy to see the places and activities.The salt
mine was magnificient.See you in Turkey!
İLAYDA (Turkey)
First of all,I was very excited and this was the first time I was away
home.After a long journey we came to Zawierce.The family I stayed in
was very good.They did their best for us .We were very happy near
them.The school,the students,the nature all were OK.I had a lot of
experience and came back home with a lot of memories.I will never
forget POLAND!The gifts,salt mine,the friends,great feeling!
DUDUNUR (Turkey)
First of all I was bored because I was away home .Then MY POLISH
friends were very helpful and friendly.We got on well.We visited many
places.The best one was the salt mine.It was very interesting.I liked
everything there.Thank you everybody .I had the chance to see the
friendly polish people.See you soon bye.
KADİRHAN (Turkey)
Hello,I was very lucky to be there in Poland.We had enjoyable times
there.The school,friends ,places we visited were all OK.
I loved all the places especially the salt mine. I bought souvenirs for my
family ,polish t-shirts ,a lot of things.I will never forget the memories
there.Thank you for everything !!!
AGAH (Turkey)
Hello,I quite like the Polish people,and Poland.The families did their
best so we felt happy and enjoyed a lot.Our teachers and Polish
teachers had a good harmony.I thank everybody in the project. See you
soon.
ALEYNA (Turkey)
Thank you of all.What a wonderful country ,Poland is.The families,the
friends,the dances,the colourful clothes.I had my second family there.I
learnt a new culture and the way of lifestlyle in Poland.We visited
interesting places and we enjoyed a lot.I hope our friendship goes
forever...
ENES (Turkey)
Hello! I liked Poland and the Polish people. The school,the friends were
all good. We saw many places, the salt mine was very interesting. We
enjoyed the elevator there. We all laughed .The programme was busy
but we had good times.
Thank you the families, nice to have met you!
DILETTA (Italy)
FRANCESCO (Italy)
ANDREA (Italy)
SARAH (Italy)
Jonathan (Spain)
Jeffrey (Spain)
Teachers’ impressions
Maria Jose- teacher
Meltem - teacher
Fatima – teacher
Refik - teacher
Rosa Maria – teacher
Pilar - teacher
Özkan – assistant teacher
Sultan – teacher
Salvo – teacher
Mariella – teacher
Marcos - teacher
Manuel - headmaster
Chapter 3
Spain
1. About Spain
Spain, Spanish: España, officially the Kingdom of Spain (Spanish:
Reino de España), is a sovereign state located on the Iberian Peninsula
in southwestern Europe. Its mainland is bordered to the south and east
by the Mediterranean Sea except for a small land boundary with includes
two archipelagos; the Balearic Islands, in the Mediterranean Sea, and
the Canary Islands, in the Atlantic Ocean off the African coast; two major
exclaves, Ceuta and Melilla, in continental North Africa; and the islands
and peñones (rocks) of Alborán, Alhucemas, ChafarinasGibraltar; to the
north and northeast by France, Andorra, and the Bay of Biscay; and to
the west and northwest by Portugal and the Atlantic Ocean.
Along with France and Morocco, it is one of only three countries to have
both Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines. Spain's 1,214 km (754 mi)
border with Portugal is the longest uninterrupted border within the
European Union.
Spanish territory also includes two archipelagos; the Balearic Islands, in
the Mediterranean Sea, and the Canary Islands, in the Atlantic Ocean off
the African coast; two major exclaves, Ceuta and Melilla, in continental
North Africa; and the islands and peñones (rocks) of Alborán,
Alhucemas, Chafarinas and Vélez de la Gomera. With an area of
505,990 km2 (195,360 sq mi), Spain is the second largest country in
Western Europe and the European Union, and the fourth largest country
in Europe. By population, Spain is the sixth largest in Europe and the fifth
in the European Union.
Extremadura is an autonomous community of western Spain whose
capital city is Mérida. Its component provinces are Cáceres and Badajoz.
It is bordered by Portugal to the west. To the north it borders Castile and
León (provinces of Salamanca and Ávila); to the south, it borders
Andalusia (provinces of Huelva, Seville, and Córdoba); and to the east, it
borders Castile–La Mancha (provinces of Toledo and Ciudad Real). Its
official language is Spanish.
It is an important area for wildlife, particularly with the major reserve at
Monfragüe, which was designated a National Park in 2007, and the
project of the International Tagus River Natural Park (Terreno Natural
Río Tajo Internacional). The government of Extremadura is called
Gobierno de Extremadura.
2. Trips
Cáceres
Cáceres is the capital of the Cáceres province in the Extremadura region
of southwestern Spain, and a place that holds true to its reputation as
being one of the most attractive cities in the country. The old city, known
as the Ciudad Monumental, still maintains a medieval–like atmosphere
with its ancient walls and few modern buildings. A number of
architectural styles can be found throughout Cáceres, and it is this
eclectic mix that led the city to be named a World Heritage Site by
UNESCO in 1986.
Cáceres is comprised of four sections: old city, modern quarter, Jewish
quarter, and the outskirts. Like various other cities on the Iberian
peninsula Cáceres has been occupied by a number of powers, which
include the Visigoths, ancient Romans, Moors, Jews, and Christians. In
1492 the Spanish reconquest led by Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand
of Aragon called for the expulsion of Jews and Arabs from their
territories, but the footprints of their cultures can still be seen throughout
the city’s architecture, customs, and cuisine.
Anecdotally say that the medieval architecture has been maintained so
well in fact, that the city of Cáceres has been used as a backdrop in the
filming of many period dramas.
Cáceres is home to the Universidad de Extremadura, and various
churches, palaces, and observatories. An interesting fact about the town
is that it is known for its numerous stork nests, which can be spotted atop
the trees and on rooftops. The city is pedestrian-friendly and allows for
taking in the sites by simply walking. The narrow streets will transport
you to another century and engage you in an old world charm that you
will not quickly forget.
Town Hall and Main Square
The building of the Town Hall of Cáceres begins in 1867, from classical
style was inaugurated two years later. It is located in the south of the
Main Square.
In the west facade highlights its arcades and lots of bars, restaurants and
shops.
You must visit the Plaza Mayor square, which stands out as the historic
centre of the city and its gateway to the Walled City.
The Bujaco Tower
The Bujaco Tower is a 12th century Moorish defense structure located in
the main square of Cáceres. It is also referred to as the Torre Nueva
(New Tower) and Torre del Reloj (Clock Tower.)
During the Spanish Reconquest, King Ferdinand II of León seized the
city of Cáceres from the Moors in 1170. Three years later in 1173 the
Moors returned with a score to settle. With the help of Caliph AbúYa’qub, Moorish forces attempted to retake Cáceres. Caliph AbúYa’quba was a powerful Arab leader who is known for commissioning the
Mosque of Hasan in Marrakech and the renowned structure now known
as the Sevilla Cathedral featuring the Giralda Tower.
The Christian Knights from the Order of Chivalry of Santiago tried using
the Arabs’ bastion against them, but the Spanish could not defend
against the Moors’ forceful attacks. It would not be until 1229 that the
King of León, Alfonso IX, finally captured Cáceres for Spain.
Arch of the Star
Located right next to the Bujaco Tower is the 18th century Arch of the
Star, which is one of the five access gates into Cáceres. The gate was
constructed out of 15th century ruins and modified in 1726 by designer
Manuel de Lara y Churriguera to accommodate carriage passage and
reflect the Baroque flamboyance that was common in that time.
The Catholic monarchs, King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella
I of Castile used the Arch of the Star when passing through Cáceres.
Beyond the gate and inside a small temple visitors will see the Virgin of
the Star. She is the icon after which the arch is named.
The Santa María Cathedral
The Santa María Cathedral (in Santa María square) is the largest of
Cáceres’ Christian churches and has one of the oldest foundations of the
city dating back to the 13th century. This granite cathedral was built in the
16th century over the remains of an Arab mosque and is located a short
walk from Plaza Mayor. Santa María Cathedral dons Romanesque,
Renaissance and Gothic elements.
It also features super thick protective walls, which are scarred and
stained in certain areas. The cathedral contains the remains of several
Spanish noblemen and local conquistadors.
Visitors can make their way up to the top of the Renaissance tower to get
a birds-eye view of Cáceres. The tower features a monument of St. Peter
of Alcantara created by the award-winning Spanish sculptor Pérez
Comendador
Episcopal Palace
The Cáceres Episcopal Palace is located in Santa María Square. It was
originally built in the 13th century s a Parish house.
The building’s exterior, which is 16th century Renaissance style, features
two medallions above a rounded door. The figures in the medallions are
male and female Native Americans- a testament to Spain’s involvement
in colonizing the New World. Inside, the Catholic bishop lives and
governs the diocese Coria Cáceres. Only the exterior of the palace can
be visited.
Saint George Square
It is one of the emblematic squares of Cáceres, we can consider the
heart of the Monumental City. It was created in the restoration that took
place in the years 1965-1966, when it was decided to remove a public
fountain which stood where today is a plaque in honor of the poet Rubén
Darío.
Dominates the square, the image of St. George with a dragon in a niche,
the work of contemporary sculptor Jesús Rodríguez Aranda. This work
refers to the pattern of Caceres, San Jorge, since the city was
reconquered the April 23, 1229.
At the top, we can see the impressive Baroque ensemble formed by the
Church of San Francisco Javier (also call the Church of the Preciosa
Sangre) and the College of the Jesuits, built in the Baroque style and in
honour of the patron saint of the city, Saint George. In the lower part of
the church you can visit the Easter Week Museum and a 16th century
water cistern. This joint church and college was built by the Company of
Jesus in the 18th century.
The church’s facade has a semi-circular arch and a niche that shelters
the image of San Francisco Javier and is flanked by two square towers
that finish in pyramids. Inside is a single nave, with side chapels and a
cupola over a stone cross. The main altarpiece has Corinthian columns
framing a canvas that represents the ‘Miracle of the Crab’.
In the square, we can highlight the Foundation Mercedes Calles and
Carlos Ballestero. You must see both its permanent exhibition as
magnificent temporary exhibitions that this site frequently organize.
Church of Saint Mathew
The Church of Saint Mathew (Plaza de San Mateo), is a 14th century
church built on top of the site of a former mosque. Its architecture is
mostly Gothic but also demonstrates Baroque and Renaissance styles.
On entering the chapel visitors will find the tombs of Spanish noblemen
including the notorious Ovando family whose distant relatives include the
famed conquistador of the Aztec Empire, Hernán Cortés.
Virgin Mountain Sanctuary
The Sanctuary is the result of the union of three chapels. The original
place of worship is located today in the second section of the ship
popularly known by the grotto or cave is where is placed the small image
of the Blessed Virgin. The nave of the Sanctuary is Baroque. This shrine
was blessed on November 27, 1721. The Virgin of the Mountain is the
patron saint of Cáceres. It is located on a white vantage point from which
he covers with a glance from the mountains of Central System to the
mountains of the Oretana, almost 19,000 square kilometers, slightly less
than the province of Cáceres. No less impressive is the view from this
viewpoint we have of the city of Caceres in full not missing his old side.
Guadalupe
Guadalupe is a municipality located in Las Villuercas comarca, province
of Cáceres, Extremadura, Spain with currently just over 2,000
inhabitants. The monastery of Santa María de Guadalupe is situated
here.
The Guadalupe River has its origins near the town in the Sierra de las
Villuercas. Its highest point, the Pico la Villuerca reaches an altitude of
1603 m.
The shrine to Our Lady of Guadalupe was the most important Marian
shrine in the medieval kingdom of Castile. It is revered in the monastery
of Santa María de Guadalupe, in today's Cáceres province of the
Extremadura autonomous community of Spain.
Our Lady of Guadalupe is one of three Black Madonnas in Spain. The
statue was canonically crowned on October 12, 1928 with a crown
designed and crafted by Father Felix Granda.
The polychromed cedar sculpture is just over two feet in height. It is a
Black Madonna, in the style known as "Sedes Sapientiae" or "Throne of
Wisdom", with the Christ Child seated on Mary's lap. This genre spread
from Northern Europe between the eleventh and thirteenth centuries.
Since at least the late 14th century, the wooden figures have been
clothed in embroidered vestments, allowing only their faces and hands to
appear. Costly robes, suitable for the Queen of Heaven, were often
elaborately stitched in gold thread and set with precious gems, attesting
to both the honor due the Virgin and the wealth of the donors. The
underlying sculpture is rarely seen.
3. The legend about a jealous monkey
The legend states that its owners, rich members of the bourgeoisie,
didn’t have children and on his return from a large trip the husband
brought a monkey with him. The animal was given its own room, toys
one of the trader’s long absences, a handsome gentleman asked for
shelter for a night, which the noblewoman gave him. Shortly afterwards,
when her husband returned, his wife greeted him with the good news
that she was pregnant.
It is said that when the baby was born the monkey was jealous and when
the family wasn’t looking it grabbed the baby and threw him out of the
window, killing him. The House de los Pizarro-Espadero dates from the
end of the 15th century. It got its nickname from the sculpture of a
chained up monkey, which finishes the banister of the main inner
staircase. Outside there are three gargoyles that represent a bereaved
woman, an old man and a youth and the shield of the family lineage
flanked by lions.
4. Impressions
Juan Manuel (Spain – the host child)
Our Polish and Italian friends arrived on October 13th of 2014 to learn
things from Spain.
We celebrated the School Day and showed them the professions and
food from our country and our village.
We went with them to visit some towns and cities in Extremadura like
Cáceres and Guadalupe.
We also did some funny activities (popular games of Extremadura). In
the spare time we went shopping, and went hiking to the countryside too.
To finish their stay we celebrated a spectacular party and exchanged
gifts.
Marta (Spain – the host child)
Lucia (Spain – the host child)
Miriam (Spain – the host child)
Emilia (Polska)
Exchange of Comenius to Spain
On 13th October 2014 four teachers and twelve children from Comenius
went on exchange to Spain. We flew by plane from the Katowice airport,
straight to the meeting place.
When we arrived, children, their parents and teachers welcomed us.
After meeting each family took the guest to the own house. It was very
nice, because every day we went to another place. We tasted delicious
Spain meals and sweets. The second day, we went to the gym hall,
because children were singing, dancing and playing the flute. It was very
cool!
The Spaniards organized various performance and fun. We could eat
local dainties and drink delicious, hot cacao 
We had great time! We learned foreign languages and made a lot of
friends from Spain, Italy and Turkey, who were on exchange like us.
Every evening, there were organized various meetings with families,
where we talked and played different foreign games.
On other days we were going to different historic places, where we could
buy something or eat something. One afternoon we went to ride a
donkey. It was very nice and fun 
The visit in Spain has passed quickly and on 18th October 2014 we had
to go back to Poland. Everyone gave gifts and hugs. At 4.00 a.m we had
a bus which drove us to the airport. I will never forget this trip and the
people, I met there. I hope to will see them yet 
Jakub (Poland)
Zuzanna (Poland)
At 8:30 in the morning we met at the airport in Balice. When all they got
there, we went to the briefing, which lasted quite a long time. When
everyone celebrated and waited for the plane to Our Lady came e-mail,
we will transported to the airport Pyrzowice, because there unfortunately
landed the plane. We were all disappointed that we are once again the
same thing, severance pay, etc ... .. Well, but what? We had to somehow
survive. And there were a lot of us there and we all knew it was not
boring. When we entered the plane, which some were a little scared,
because for the first time flew by plane. The flight lasted for about 3
hours. When we were in place, waiting for us coach who had us carry
from Madrid (capital of Spain) to Extremadura (the region in which we
were). When we arrived, it was great! We met a Spanish family and their
traditions. On the first day handed to all small gifts, symbolizing Poland.
The next day we went to visit Extremadura, and then to the commercial
gallery, which was really great. On the third day we went to visit the
Cathedral. On the fourth day, in turn, we were on a trip, where he talked
about the old Cathedral. The last day, as usual, was the coolest. We
toured the vineyards, the old town and a lot of other things.
Unfortunately, the exchange was coming to an end. Everyone sadly go
home.
Mateusz (Poland)
Chapter 4
Turkey
1. About Turkey
Turkey officially the Republic of Turkey, is a parliamentary republic
largely located in Western Asia with the portion of Eastern Thrace in
Southeastern Europe. Turkey is bordered by eight countries: Bulgaria to
the northwest; Greece to the west; Georgia to the northeast; Armenia,
Iran and the Azerbaijani exclave of Nakhchivan to the east; and Iraq and
Syria to the south. The Mediterranean Sea is to the south; the Aegean
Sea to the west; and the Black Sea to the north. The Sea of Marmara,
the Bosphorus and the Dardanelles (which together form the Turkish
Straits) demarcate the boundary between Thrace and Anatolia; they also
separate Europe and Asia.[5] Turkey's location at the crossroads of
Europe and Asia makes it a country of significant geostrategic
importance.
Samsun (Greek: Σαμψούντα, Samsounta, Amisos) is a city in northern
Turkey, on the coast of the Black Sea, with a population of 725,111 as of
2007. It is the capital city of Samsun Province and an important port.
Samsun was founded as the colony Amisos (alternative spelling Amisus,
Eis Amison - meaning to amisos took the name Samsunta or Samsus (
Eis Amison - Samson - Samsounta) as in Greek + ounta "Greek
toponomical suffix". ) by settlers from Miletus in the 7th century BC. It
was later a part of the Pontus realm.
Samsun Samsun's ideal combination of fertile ground and shallow waters
has attracted numerous trade interests. Greek colonists settled in the 6th
century BC and established a flourishing trade relationship with the
Anatolians. At that time, Samsun was part of the Greek colony of
Amisus. In the 3rd century BC, Samsun came under the expanded rule
of the Kingdom of Pontus. The Kingdom of Pontus had been part of the
empire of Alexander the Great. However, the empire was fractured soon
after Alexander's death in the 4th century BC. At its height, the kingdom
controlled the north of central Anatolia and mercantile towns on the
northern Black Sea shores.
Samsun The Romans took over in 47 BC, and were replaced by the
Byzantines after the fall of Rome. In 1200 Samsun was captured by the
Seljuks, to be later taken over by the İlhanlılar. Samsun was incorporated
into the network of Genoese trading posts and was taken by the
Ottomans in the beginning of the 15th century. Before leaving, the
Genoese razed the town.
CULTURE FOLKLORE
Samsun is located at the intersection of the Eastern and Western Black
Sea and has an ancient civilization. With the 19th and in the 20nd
century immigration the city has gained a different structure and it shows
cultural differences.
The characteristics of Samsun traditional dances:
Some of the Samsun’s traditional dances includes figures like keeping
some of the hands, elbows kept combining hands and hands played by
throwing shoulder. There are also mutual dances. Collapse figure, hand
clapping figures, cross-walking figures, is located in the heel or toe
tapping figure dances.
Dances are usually executed in the form of a particular field of players
wander. It is also less common in dances which are executed in straight
rows, though.(like alafranga dance…) Circle is never created during the
dances. Dances usually begins slowly and they gets faster in the
following sections.In some dances it is observed that some of the
dancers scream and shout(just like in sarhoş barı and kaba ceviz) The
shoulder shaking figure of men is more slow and upright than the female.
.
Samsun is mentioned in the transition region cities of our country in
terms of folk dances. After the founding of the republic The Balkan region
immigrants settled in the region brought Hora-Karşılamaları dances.
Horon varieties has become widespread because of migration to the city
from the eastern Black Sea region. The Semah that is the Religious
dance of the Alevi citizens that lives in Ladik district is seen in Samsun
province. As can be seen the three different character structures of
Turkish folk dance dance are accessible in Samsun province.
EATING AND DRINKIN
The age-old cultural history of Samsun has endowed it with a rich and
varied local cuisine. Corn, cabbage, haricot beans and rice are the main
staples in Samsun dishes, and various succulent pastry and meat dishes
are there to tempt you.The first dish tjat cames to mind whenever.
Samsun is mentioned is the famous ‘Samsun Pita’. It may be covered
(as in calzone) in the Bafra style,or open-top, as they make it in Terme;
however it’s made, Samsun Pita is always luscious. With the salpicon
consisting of minced meat, pastrami, spicy sausages, thinly chopped
meat or cheese, the pita is indispensable part of Samsun dinner tables.
Among the other gastronomic delights of Samsun, the following are well
worth a try: crispy dough rings (çıtır simit), black cabbage soup (kara
lahana çorbası), corn soup (mısır çorbası), yoghurt soup (yoğurtlu
çorba), wheat and meat paste (keşkek), dried thin bread boiled with meat
or chicken slivers (tirit kaz yufkası), hashish seeds, walnuts, spices and
sugar (Bafra nokulu), a dessert of baked a dessert of baked phyılo pstry
with walnut filling steeped in syrup (koca karı gerdanı- burma tatlısı)
Çıtır simit
tirit kaz yufkası
Bafra nokulu
Burma tatlısı
Samsun’s being a city on the Black Sea coast makes seafood have a
pride of place in the local cuisine. Anchovy rice (hamsili pilav) and
anchovy bread (hamsili ekmek) are among the most cherished of all local
seafood dishes. Other maritime specialities found amongthe rich
Samsun cuisine include turbot( kalkan) bluefish(lüfer), Atlantic bonito
(palamut) ,anchovy ( hamsi), trout ( alabalık) and aquacultured salmon
(çiftlik somonu)
HANDICRAFTS
Samsun is a centre for linen cloth-making;these linens are used to make
harvester shirts, outer wears and clothes. In the mountain villages
woollen fabric-weaving, aswell as cotton cloth-weaving, wool knitting,
and pantalets weaving are among the handicrafts most commonly
engagedin in. Ondokuzmayıs country is
renowned for kilim weaving, and around the lakes of Bafra wicker
basket-making is still practised.
2. The legend about Amazons and the story of Ferhat and Sirin
AMAZON LEGEND
Amazons ( in Greek Ἀμαζόνες ) classic and its history of female warriors
in Greek mythology, a nation completely . Today, the name of amazon
warrior women in general is used as a synonym . The meaning of the
words on the Amazon description is the most common violation . To
mean the word Amazon udderless view that maximum acceptable.
According to common belief Amazon comfortable to use bows and
spears are cut or burn is said that the right breast . There is no evidence
that in the period artwork . Amazon also available as pictured in two
breast , right breast is mostly closed .
Amazon women hate men that they are the reason why there are two
legends . According to one of the men surrounding communities
ambushed and killed during raids are . Thereupon women armament
was . Another According to legend the Amazons as slaves used men in
Anatolia Zeus named a male god arise heard and it bragging begin .
Enraged Amazon that night all the men would kill their children if the
cripple .
According to some legends of the Amazon is strictly forbidden to have
sexual relations with men , and men could not live in the Amazon region .
However, survival of their species in the Amazon , will visit neighboring
tribes once a year , those children born men were either killed or sent to
their father . Girls raised by their mothers and agriculture, hunting ,
warfare issues were raised in.
Many mythological stories mentioned in the Amazon Women , sculptures
and works on a lot of work has been the subject . Who participated in the
war in Anatolia made a lot of Amazon women, men fought with , Anatolia
argued. Participated in the Trojan War and the war that gave a master ,
no one under the armor did not consider to be a woman.
FERHAT AND ŞİRİN
THE ROMEOS AND JULİETS OF ANATOLİA
A legend well-known especially in the East: the story of Ferhat and Sirin.
According to this legend Ferhat was a famous craftsman who lived
during the Persian time in Amasya.
One day he was called to a small palace built for Sirin, Queen Mehmene
Banu’s sister, to show his art on its doors and walls. But something
unpredictable happened when Ferhat and Sirin saw each other. They fell
in love.
Ferhat went to Queen Mehmene Banu and told her that he wanted so
marry Sirin. The Queen didn’t want this marriage and told Ferhat, "If you
want to marry my sister Sirin, you must dig a huge channel right in the
middle of the Elma (Apple) mountains of the city. Then, you must make
the water come through this channel to the city. If you succeed, you may
marry my sister. If you fail, forget her. " It was a 'mission impossible'.
With the power of love, Ferhat started to dig the mountain.
But when he was just about to finish the channel, he received a message
from Mehmene Banu: Sirin is dead. With great anger Ferhat threw his
hammer in the air but the hammer fell on his head and he died on the
mountain he was digging. However, the message was a lie and after
having heard about it Sirin went to the mountain and there she saw
Ferhat’s dead body. She jumped from the rocks of the mountain and
killed herself.
Ferhat and Sirin couldn’t be together while they were alive but now their
graves are next to each other. People believe that every spring there are
two roses growing from each grave and while the roses are about to
touch each other, a black bush appears in the middle of them and
doesn’t allow the roses to kiss each other.
3. Impressions
Our Magical Journey Has Just Finished
Thank You

A Journey to the Magic World - Szkoła Podstawowa Nr 9 im. Marii

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