Hatice YEĞEN/Selahattin İyigün Primary School

       KİLİS

Here is our "C" from Kilis / Türkiye.

 For our project titled "Cultural Carnival," we  drew the countries of our partners.

 Our aim is to show  the spirit of internationaL collaboration ,cultural exchange, diversity of our partnership  and the importance of cultural respect and unity.

Hatice YEĞEN/Selahattin İyigün Primary School

       KİLİS

Here is our "U" from Kilis / Türkiye.

  We knew our partners thanks to our previous activities but we also researched the cultural elements finding photos and watching videos.   The large letter "U" is filled with colorful and detailed  showcasing traditional foods, drinks, clothing, and other cultural elements from various countries.

                            GAMZE ÇAPAR 

ŞEHİT DURAN PRIMARY SCHOOL / ADANA

Here is our "L" from Adana/ Türkiye.

Adana is located in the south of Turkey.

The bridge, which is considered the symbol of Adana, is a Roman period work.

The building in the picture is a kebab restaurant. Adana kebab is a type of kebab in Turkish cuisine, unique to Adana, made from hand-chopped pieces of meat with a cleaver-like knife called "zırh".

We draw the earth that we all live in. Even we live in different cities and have different flags, we are all in the same planet. 

While designing the interior of this letter, we wanted to reflect the culture of Adana and show our unity with our partners.

                          GAMZE ÇAPAR 

    ŞEHİT DURAN PRIMARY SCHOOL / ADANA

Here is our "T" from Adana/ Turkiye.

The Great Clock Tower) is a historical clock tower in Adana, rising 32 m (105 ft) high.  The construction of Büyük Saat was started in 1879 by the mayor Kirkor Bezdikyan. Besides the architect mayor, another Armenian architect, Kasbar Agha Bzdikian, was also responsible for its design. It was completed by the mayor Mangoyan in 1882, as a symbol of modernization.  Mayor Hacı Yunus also made a significant contribution to the construction. It has since stood as one of the major landmarks of the city.

Raziye YILMAZ/Debi Academy Primary School

       MERSİN

Here is our "U" from Mersin/Türkiye.

Mersin is a city located on the Mediterranean coast in southern Turkey, known for its historical and natural beauty.

 The Maiden's Castle (Kızkalesi) depicted in the image is one of the symbols of Mersin, majestically rising in the middle of the sea.

 The bananas and lemons grown in the fertile lands of the city showcase Mersin’s agricultural richness. Additionally, the children symbolizing friendship and peace, along with the strawberry flying a kite, represent the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Mersin. Connected to the world, Mersin offers unique experiences to its visitors with its blend of historical and modern charm.

Raziye YILMAZ/Debi Academy Primary School

       MERSİN

Here is our "R" from Mersin/Türkiye

Mersin, known as the pearl of Turkey, is a city located on the Mediterranean coast. 

In the image, the beach lined with palm trees reflects Mersin's stunning beaches and sunny climate. The scene of children playing by the sea symbolizes the city's cheerful and energetic lifestyle. The Turkish flag and the family depict Mersin's commitment to national values and hospitality. The Orange Festival celebrates Mersin’s rich agricultural culture and its success in citrus production. The map of Turkey and various festival scenes emphasize how significant and vibrant Mersin is both locally and nationally.

Fatma Melike Durmus / Kırmasırt Primary School-Diyarbakır

Here is our "A" from Diyarbakır / Türkiye.

It has city walls and a famous ten-eyed bridge.

In the scorching heat of the summer months, the people of Diyarbakir spend time going to the Ten-eyed Bridge located in the middle of the Tigris River.

Did you know that the Diyarbakır Walls are the second longest wall in the world after the Great Wall of China?

Fatma Melike Durmus / Kırmasırt Primary School-Diyarbakır

Here is our "L" from Diyarbakır / Türkiye.

It has a four-legged minaret, delicious liver kebab, folk dances and local costumes, and watermelon of Diyarbakır. 

Halay dancing is a must for local people in Diyarbakır. You can always see people dancing halay, especially on the ten-eyed bridge and it is also quite possible to hear local music in the city center called Dagkapı.

Did you know that according to belief, all wishes of a person who passes under the four-legged minaret seven times will be granted?

AYSUN TUNÇ- VALI KUTLU AKTAS PRIMARY SCHOOL(İZMİR)

Here is our "C" from Izmir/ Türkiye.

In our project, we tried to explain that children from all over the world, from different cultures, spend time in nature, and that children and adults can travel widely in our region because the climatic conditions are very good and it is always sunny.

AYSUN TUNÇ- VALI KUTLU AKTAS PRIMARY SCHOOL/ IZMIR

Here is our "A" from Izmir/ Türkiye.

Our location is a place where tourists from all over the world come and visit to spend time outside and have a holiday, due to the climate. Our region is famous for its sea and the vegetation is enough to beautify the nature.

Eliška Achaladze, a primary school, Czechia