Can you feel the rhythm

CAN YOU FEEL THE
RHYTHM

An eTwinning Project

This an ebook of our eTwinning project.We are 9 partners with 88 students from Spain and 7
regions of Turkey.Our project aims at introducing the cultural richness of 7 regions of Turkey and
Spain with the accompany of English songs.Enjoy reading!

Project Partners

Southeastern Anatolia Region - Zehra KAYAALP -Iluh Anatolian High School -Batman
Spain - Raquel RONCERO - Quintana de la Serena High School-Spain/ Badajoz
Southeastern Anatolia Region - Firdevs ÇAKMAK - Iluh Anatolian High School -Batman
Eastern Anatolia Region - Muhammed GÜNER -Gevher Nesibe Vocational and Techniqal
High School-Ağrı
Central Anatolia Region -Fatih BİLGİÇ - July 15 Martyrs Anatolian High School - Kırşehir
-Mediterranean Region - Selver YILMAZ - Kadirli Vocational and Technical Anatolian High
School -Osmaniye
Black Sea Region - Osman ÇAKIR - Musa Aytar Vocational and Techniqal High School-
Bartın
Marmara Region -Pınar YAŞAR SİLVAN - Bursa Rasim Özdenören Religiou and
Vocational Anatolian High School-Bursa
Aegean Region - Hüseyin KESKİN - July 15 Martyrs Anatolıan Hıgh School- Denizli

Project Partner Teams

BATMAN

Located in the basin between the Tigris River
and its tributaries Batman and Garzan Rivers,
Batman is located in Southeastern Anatolia. While
the Tigris River walks the city from west to east,
Batman Creek joins the Tigris after drawing the

city's border with Diyarbakir. Batman is one of
the rare natural wonder places in the world
with more than 4000 caves.

The Tigris River, which borders
Mesopotamia in the Fertile Crescent, has
been a key source of irrigation, power, and
travel that dates back to the earliest known

civilizations.

Malabadi Bridge

The Historic Malabadi Bridge is located on the Batman Creek which disembogues to Dicle (Tigris)
River at site of Çatakköprü within the district of Silvan
on the border between the provinces of Diyarbakır and
Batman. It is constructed at the narrowest section of
the riverbed. The bridge is located approximately 104
km away from the modern city center of Diyarbakır, on
the Ahlat highway which provides connection between
the city of Diyarbakır via Van and Bitlis. The location of
the bridge is also important as it is at the intersection
point which provides connection to the northern Syria
via Hasankeyf and Mardin as well as to the northern
Mesopotamia through Midyat.

The bridge was constructed during Artuqids period and
it was commissioned by Temür-tash of Mardin, son of
Ilghazi and grandson of Artuq Bey.

Hasankeyf

Many civilizations have inhabited the
area including the mighty Persians.
Even the brave leader Alexander the
Great and fearless Romans conquered
Hasankeyf before it eventually fell to the
Ottoman Empire in 1517. Many buildings
from these eras still stand including a

mausoleum, a Roman bridge and castle, two mosques, Islamic tombs and a king’s palace. All of
these overlook the Tigris River that recedes, then edges up the river banks depending on what
time of year it is.

Traditional Food

The Turkish city of Batman has a small, but nonetheless tempting dining scene offering foodies the
chance to try everything from traditional kebab recipes to authentic desserts. Here’s a round-up of
Batman’s best traditonal food.

A Very Special: Kebab

Kebab is the first food coming to mind when it comes to
the "Fertile Crescent." This flavour that spread all across
Turkey and even the world, is prepared by marinating
the meat, spices and spicy-sour mixtures and by cooking
them at coal fire.Kebabs, stew meats and stuffed food
are cooked with fruits and vegetables of the regional
cuisine. Kemeli tike kebab, yenidünya kebab, eggplant
kebab, kebab with yoghurt, büryan, opium poppy kebab,
kebab with onion, kebab with tomato, and alinazik are
among tens of types of kebabs in the region.

Shabbat

The fish of the Tigris and the Euphrates also enrich the taste
map of the region. Shabbat that has a length of about 25-30 cm
(10-11 inches), covered with large flakes, having two pairs of
moustache and a tail fin that is pronged, is the most delicious
fish of the Tigris and the Euphrates. Residents of the region love
and consume this fish a lot that it has started to be produced in
Atatürk Dam since it is consumed to a great extent.

Stuffed meatballs (kütülk), fresh and dried stuffed vegetables with sumac, Batman stuffed tripe (ur
u rovi), Batman meat and vegetable stew (Tırşık), bumbar dolma and Şam börek (Pastry)are the

first flavours that come to mind when
it comes to Batman.

Traditional Clothes

For Women
1. WEAR TO TOP: Kofi, Temezzi and cheesecloth
2. WOMEN WRAPPED: Fistan, baggy trousers,
(Inner pants) Girdle and vest
3. FOOTWEAR: Wool socks and cobbler
4. JEWELRY: Lined gold, silver necklace
5. ORNAMENTS: Sliding and nose ring
6. HAIR SHAPES: Braided hair,
For men
. WEAR TO HEAD: Black tassel agal.
2. MEN WRAPPED: Shirts, waistband and baggy trousers
3. FOOTWEAR: Wool socks and cobbler
4. JEWELRY: Constanta and pazubent

BATMAN PROVINCE

Hıstory Of Batman
The earliest information about Batman’s history is given in folk tales , myths and Heredotus history.
Elekhan had an independent and happy period
of 194 years and was invaded by Alexander
the Great in 352.
Later ,Lesepkos ,Perthians , Roman ,Sassanid
and Byzantine come under the rule. The
settlement of Elmedine from the map due to the
overflow of Batman. Stream and it was
connected to the discrit of Beşiri ( Kobin ) in Iluh
Villa

HISTORICAL PLACES IN BATMAN

HASANKEYF

In the disrict divided by the Tigris river ,
historical housesand mosques are striking.
Tourists in the region are usually guide by
young children.

MALABADI BRIDGE

It’s a historical bridge with folk songs written in it’s
name. It is estimated that a rich merchant belonging to
the abbasid dynasty was built.

HIZIR BEY
MOSQUE

It was built in 1512
by Hızır bey , son of Sason and Hezo bey Ebubekir Roshkin.

TRADITIONAL DISHES IN BATMAN

All cultures have some traditional dishes. Also Batman has traditional dishes. These are:

Stuffed meatballs Tripe stuffed

Dried dolma Raw meatballs

TRADITIONAL CLOTHES OF BATMAN
Every culture and city have traditional clothes. These are Batman’s traditional clothes;
WOMENWEAR : Fistan , kofi and shoes. MEN WEAR: Vest ,shalwar ,shirt and shoe.

QUINTANA DE LA SERENA

Quintana de la Serena is a Spanish
municipality belonging to the province of
Badajoz, in the autonomous community of
Extremadura. It has a surface of 115.3 km²
and its population is about 4,597 (2019).
People from here are called “quintanenses”.

Economy
The traditional agro-livestock occupation that characterized Quintana de la Serena, has

now been replaced by the exploitation of its rich granite quarries, especially the commercial
variety known as quintana gray, which although used since ancient times, in the last decades of
the last century and coinciding with the mechanization and application of new technologies, it has
become the mainstay of the economy of Quintana de la Serena. The extraction and transformation
of granite has allowed Quintana de La Serena to achieve a strange industrial takeoff for the towns
of the region. In the different roundabouts and walks of Quintana an open-air museum of
sculptures made by quarry artists in Quintana in gray Granite quintana is shown.

Gastronomy
In the gastronomic section, the typical products of the homemade slaughter such as hams, loins,

sausages, sausages, black pudding ... as well as the typical merino sheep cheese with
denomination of origin Cheese of the Serena.

We can also taste different game dishes of the area: stews and stews of rabbit and hare,
partridges with white or pickled beans, etc.Likewise, the Extremadura stew, mainly of lamb and
also of kid, should be mentioned as the star dish of the great country celebrations.As for vegetable
dishes, the Extremaduran gazpacho, the Extremaduran ratatouille and the boronío stand out
(called in other places, and we take America, where it is better known as borony), whose main
difference with respect to the ratatouille is that it carries eggplant (which it resembles the Provencal
ratatouille or the Catalan samfaina) and, above all, by the cumin-based machado that is added to
it.

In confectionery, the most typical is the Regeñía, and the Rosquetes on Thursday of
Compadre, although you can also enjoy other typical sweets such as donuts, perrunillas, goblets
and prestiños, which is what we call the pestiños.

Local parties

Thursday of Compadre: it is celebrated two Thursdays before the Carnival Tuesday, in
which two of the most classic gastronomic dishes of Quintana are tasted: the grudge, sweet
composed of lard, sugar, flour, cinnamon and honey and the donuts of the Thursday of Compadre.

La Velada or Velá: also known erroneously as Fair girl is celebrated on July 15 and 16 in
honor of the Blessed Christ of Mercy, which is veiled during the nights of those days, beginning on
July 14.

August Fair: quintessential fair of the municipality of Quintana de la Serena. It is done in
honor of the Virgen de los Milagros, patron saint of the town, between August 20 and 24.

Traditional costum

OSMANİYE

Area: 3321 km2
Altitude: 120 m

Osmaniye is a beautiful and gracious
Mediterranean city embraced by
nature and history and which also
possesses all the geographical
characteristics of the region where it is
located.

Its cultural and historical fabric, which connects the eastern and the western parts of Turkey, is
very rich in cultural values that belong to social life and in historical artifacts inherited from previous
civilizations. It is possible to witness many different historical and cultural values inherited from
Neolithic Period, Chalcolithic Period, Late Bronze Age, Hellenistic Period, Roman Empire, Seleucid
Empire, Byzantine, Abbasid, Mamelukes, Seljuks, Ottoman Empire and the Republican Period.
Due to its historical background, the city is also known as “The City of Castles.”

History of Osmaniye

Osmaniye, located in the eastern part of Çukurova, has hosted many civilizations throughout the
history such as Hittites, the Greek Empire, the Persian Empire, the Roman Empire, the Assyrians,
and the Byzantine Empire.

The Persian had the control over the east part of Çukurova in 4th and 5th Centuries B.C. In 260
A.D., the region was conquered by the Sasanian King Shapur I. The region was then taken under
control by Balbinos of Isaura who rebelled against the Roman Empire in 380 A.D. Later, these
lands where the Umayyads and the Abbasids lived were taken back from the Muslims by the
Byzantine Empire. With the conquering of Anatolia by the Seljuks, the Turkish tribes began to
immigrate to the region after 1080. As of the early 12th Century, the region had become a home for
the Turks.

As a result of the Crusades started in 1097, the Armenians took control of Çukurova. They
founded a principality based in Sis (Kozan).
After AD 1332, the Mamelukes exercised their power in the region. Kınık, Bayat and Yüreğir tribes
settled in Osmaniye and surrounding areas in the Mamelukes era. 40.000 Turkmen from Oghuz

Tribes in Aleppo, who were settled in the area between Gaza and Antioch before, were then
resettled in Osmaniye and surrounding areas.

The city fell under the rule of Ramadanid Principality and then of Ottoman Empire in 1517. The
Ottoman Empire started to lose its central power in the 19th Century. In this period, Çukurova was
given to Ibrahim Pasha, the son of Mehmet Ali Pasha. With the Convention of London in 1840, the
region came under the rule of the Ottoman Empire again.
The region was then invaded by the French army. Because of the local people who stood against
the invasion, the French army which suffered heavy losses signed the Treaty of Ankara with
Turkey on 20 October 1921 and left the region. 7 October is now celebrated as the Liberation Day
of Osmaniye.

KARATEPE – ASLANTAS OPEN-AIR MUSEUM

It is the largest and the first open-air museum in Turkey and a place of attraction for the foreign
visitors. Surrounded by Aslantaş Dam, it has an exceptional beauty with its natural features, history
and wild life. It also has a suitable area for camping and picnic.

KASTABALA – HIERAPOLIS RUINS

Kastabala is an ancient city located in the southeast part of Anatolia, a region known as Çukurova
(Cilicia), in 12 km northwest of Osmaniye, on the Cevdetiye-Karatepe road, in the middle of

Kesmeburun, Bahçe and Kazmaca
villages; it is a city developed around a
medieval castle on a rock bed
overlooking a small plain near the
Ceyhan River.

Kastabala, being one of the most
important ancient cities in Çukurova
region with its amphitheater, baths and
colonnaded street, is a must-see.

CASTLES
Cilicia had a dense road network since the
ancient ages, and in order to ensure the
protection of these roads, lots of castles were
built. There are well-protected 26 castles in the
region.

Among them, castles of Toprakkale, Harun
Reşit, Bodrum (Kastabala), Aslantaş, Savranda,
Babaoğlan, Değirmendere, Kalealtı, Çem,
Çardak, Mitisin and Fenk are the most outstanding ones.

GAFFARLI STONE BRIDGE

It is a bridge with an equilateral arch built on the Kesik Su Stream in Gaffarlı Village in Sumbas
district. The upper part of the bridge is stepped, and the load-bearing lower part is made of ashlar
block stones.

KADIRLI ALA MOSQUE

The mosque located in Kadirli city center is
the most important surviving monument
reflecting the coexistence of the Roman,
Byzantine and Turkish-Islamic civilizations in
Osmaniye. Furthermore, it is a significant
cultural heritage regarding socio-culture and
religion.

OSMANIYE CITY MUSEUM (ETHNOGRAPHY MUSEUM)

In order to transfer the values of Osmaniye to the next generations, refresh the memories of our
fellow citizens, remind them the cheerful and happy old days by taking them on a journey into the
past, and keep our cultural and historical values alive, it was put into service as a city museum
(ethnography museum) by the municipality of Osmaniye.

KADIRLI CITY MUSEUM (ETHNOGRAPHY MUSEUM)

The historical building which used to serve as a prison for 60 years was converted into a city
museum after being renovated, and it is located in Cengiz Topel region in Kadirli district.

Kadirli City Museum is the first example of an outdoor-themed museum in the region. It houses the
historical artifacts and also the works of art that reflect the local culture.

LOCAL ARCHITECTURE

TRADITIONAL OSMANIYE HOUSES

Houses in Osmaniye were usually built by modeling the post-republican period classical Turkish
architecture on.

Generally, the houses are two-story with garden; kitchen, bathroom, fireplace, hall and connected
rooms are on the first floor.

The second floor is reached by indoor stairs leading to a living room. There are four rooms directly
connected to the living room, and there is also a façade in the living room. The ceiling has motifs.

The ceiling and the roof of the house are wooden, and walls are made of mud-bricks. The roof is
covered with pantiles.

PLATEAUS

There are many large and

small plateaus in the mountains
the province.
surrounding Olukbaşı, Fenk,
Bağdaş, Çığşar,
Zorkun, Ürün, Almacık,
are the most
Mitisin, plateaus.

Maksutoluğu,

Almanpınarı

known

Plateaus are outstanding

values in the historical and

cultural fabric of Osmaniye,

and they host elements related

to rural heritage.

Besides, traces of these places can be found in Turkish poet-singers’ lyrics and written literature in

the past.

KARATEPE – ASLANTAS

NATIONAL PARK

It is located in Kızyusuflu Village within the
borders of Kadirli. It was declared a national park

in 1958.It houses flora and fauna peculiar to the Mediterranean Region. It is an ideal place for
camping and picnic.
YASAR KEMAL RECREATION AREA – CULTURE CENTER

The world-renowned man of letters Yaşar Kemal was born and grown up in Hemite village
located 24 km away from Osmaniye province.There are walking trails, playground and sports areas
for children and the adults, picnic sites and an observation terrace for the bird sanctuary in the
recreation center established by the Ceyhan River.

PARAGLIDING
Düziçi district is a very suitable region for paragliding.
HANDICRAFTS
Karatepe rugs
They carry cultural importance regarding the use and
conservation of the traditional motifs.

Traditional Costumes

BARTIN
Area: 2.140 km²
Population: 205.834 (1990)
Traffic Code: 74
Districts: Bartın (center), Amasra,
Kurucaşile, Ulus.
How To Get
The majority of transportation to Bartın
Province is via highway.
Highway: The bus station of Bartın Province
is located at the city center and it is possible to find busses to every province of the country.

Railway: The nearest railway station to Bartın is located at 38 kilometer distance, in Saltukova
(Zonguldak).

Air Transportation: The nearest airport to Bartın is located at 38 kilometer distance, in Saltukova
(Zonguldak).

SIGHTSEEINGS

ANCIENT CITIES

There are numerous ancient city ruins inside the borders of historic Paphlagonia region. Ancient
cities of Sesamos (Amasra), Kromna (Kurucaşile) and Erythinoi (Çakraz) are located inside the
borders of Bartın.
The castle, two churches, bedesten, Kuşkayası Road Monument (Unique in the world) and inziva
(seclusion) cave inside the city center are among the visual parts of the ancient city. The sections
of the ancient city like forum, council palace, road of honor, theatre, acropolis, necropolis are below
ground.

BEACHES

İnkumu, Amasra, Çakraz,
Kızılkum, Mogada,
Güzelcehisar and Bozköy
beaches are the important
beaches of not only the
province but also West Black
Sea Region.

BARTIN HOUSES

The wooden Bartın Houses display the architectural characteristics of the art movements brought
forth to Turkey by the
Tanzimat Fermanı
(Reforms Decree).

MARINAS

The marinas of Amasra
and Kurucaşile are
suitable to yachts for
spending the night.
Kurucaşile, is known as
being the place where the
mountains touch the sea
and the place where the
first wooden boat constructed in the world had flayed. This district persists its fame with the
construction of the most beautiful wooden schooners in Turkey.

NATIONAL PARKS

Kastamonu – Küre Mountain National Park

Location: The park lies between Kastamonu and
Bartin, in the western Black Sea region.

Transportation: The nearest large town is
Zonguldak, to the west, and the park is off the
coastal road running west towards Bartin.

Highlights: This park has the variety of flora and
fauna but is also one of the places least affected
by industrialisation. Around the area are
Azdavay, Pinarbasi, Ulus, Bartin, Kurucasile,
Amasra and Cide districts. The main animal
species found here deer, roe deer, bears, wolves, foxes, jackals, rabbits, wild boar, singing birds,
birds of prey and reptiles. Recommended places to visit are Ilica Waterfalls, Valla Canyon, Aydos
Canyon, and Ilgarini Cave.

Facilities: There is no administrative building in the
park, and no facilities available for visitors.

CAVES

The Gürcüoluk cave in Çakraz and the Sipahiler
cave in Kayadibi exhibits wonderful spectacles with
the formations of stalactites, stalagmites, travertine
and bulb.

Gürcüoluk Cave

Location: Bartın, Amasra District
The cave is located at the Ovacık quarter of
Karakaçak village of Amasra district 32 km. away
from Bartın. Following the road turning to south at Çakraz-Bozköy road, a walk of 3 – 4 km inside
the forest and on a track is necessary after passing the Konuklar quarter of Karakaçak village.

Properties: Gürcüoluk Cave is composed of approximately 15 – 20 chambers surrounding an
inclined middle chamber having dimensions of 2 – 3 meters height, 3 – 4 meters width ve4 – 5
meters length after a main entrance in the shape of a triangle. The first chamber is approximately
at the size of 6 x 7 meters and is a colorful world of stalagmite and stalactite. The various sized
chambers at east, north and northeast are also adorned with stalagmite and stalactites. Passing to
another chamber at the upper level from these chambers is possible, and from another chamber
reaching to the ground level via a passage in which only a human can fit is also possible.

The temperature inside the cave is relatively cold and as the amount of carbon dioxide is high,
respiratory problems could be encountered. This property of the cave makes it one of the possible
caves for curing asthma.

SPORTS ACTIVITIES

Trekking The plateaus of Bartın have an average attitude of 1000 meters. These plateaus are
covered with forests exhibiting all aspects of green and there is temporary dwelling areas spread
among the forest like spots. This natural beauty with rich flora and fauna and excellent panoramas
attracts visitors. City of Bartın provides rich alternatives to the trekkers looking for new and
beautiful courses.

Hunting

Line Fishing

Underwater Diving Centers

Geography

Temperate naval climate (Black Sea) is dominant in Bartın. Summer seasons are hot while winter
seasons are chilly.

History

Until BC 1200 year, Gasgas tribe inhabited in the environ of Bartın. In the following years, the
region had entered under the
dominance of Hittites, Frigs, Kringens,
Kokons , Enets, Kimmers, Lydians,
Persians and Macedonians.

The historic progress of Bartın
continues with the dominance of
Roman Empire and Byzantine Empire
and later with the dominance of Turkish
states of Seljuks and Candaroğulları
between 11th – 13th centuries. Bartın
was conquered by Yıldırım Bayazıt in
1392 and had become a state of
Ottoman lands.

Food

The multi varied and
delicious Bartın meals
are majorly composed
of meals with meat,
vegetable, milk, pastry
and meals cooked with
olive oil. These meals
are accompanied with
pilaf, soup and desert
varieties.

Souvenirs

The hand weaved products, especially the string pleated hand – painted kerchiefs and wooden
pressed
inscriptio
ns are
famous
among
the
country.
The
district of
Amasra
had
advance

d in the field of wooden and woven souvenirs. Kurucaşile is known as the location where the most
beautiful schooners are constructed.

BURSA

Standing alongside Turkey's 'Great Mountain' (Mount
Uludag), the city of Bursa may offer a rather modern
appearance, but was actually the 14th-century capital
of the historic Ottoman Empire. Therefore, for many
locals, Bursa really does serve as the origin of Turkish
culture and remains a city with an extremely important
past, which dates back more than 2,200 years.

Bursa is currently Turkey's fourth-biggest city,
after Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir, and now very much
revolves around its central Republic Square
(Cumhuriey Alani or Heykel). Close by, the tourist
information stands just beneath the Ataturk Caddesi
and is a good point of tourism advice, being close to the Orhan Gazi Alt Gecidi and numerous
shops.

For the top sightseeing in Bursa, tourists will soon discover
that the Cekirge neighbourhood is where many of the best
historical attractions are to be found, and is known for its
famous spas and mineral waters. The Hamams (Turkish
Baths) of Bursa are also recommended, along with cable car
rides to the top of Mount Uludag, and a visit to the tea
gardens of the Culture Park (Kultur Park). For a taste of the
city's rich Turkish history, the 15th-century Muradiye Complex (Muradiye Külliye) mosque is a
must, as are the famed Tombs of Osman and Orhan, which stand next to the Camal Nadir
Caddesi. More information about

The Green Tomb is best known in Bursa as the 'Yesil
Turbesi' and remains one of the city's most notable
landmarks, being known for its colourful tiles and
octagonal architecture. Also very imposing is the Great
Mosque (Ulu Camii), which overlooks the Ataturk Caddesi
are comprises no less than 20 small domes. Other
impressive mosques in Bursa include both the Emir
Sultan Camii and the Orhan Camii, the latter of which
dates back to just before
the middle of the 14th
century and stands opposite the Municipal Building. More
information about Bursa Landmarks and Monuments.

A number of interesting museums await Turkish tourists and
impart all kinds of information, often focusing on the days of
Turkey's Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. The Ataturk Museum

(Ataturk Muzesi) celebrates the life of Turkey's official founder, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, while the
Bursa City Museum is also popular and a good place to learn about the tradition of hand-weaving
Turkish rugs and carpets. Nearby and off the Republic Square, the Bursa Art Gallery is one to look
out for, and in fact all of these mentioned here are completely free to visit, with no admission
charges whatsoever. More information about Bursa Museums.

Many day trips present themselves to those holidaying in this
part of Turkey and with Bursa being especially near to Istanbul,
this has become the city's number one excursion. However,
there are a number of other attractions closer to Bursa which
are also very appealing, such as the harbour city of Bandirma,
and the university city of Eskisehir. Directly to the east, Turkey's
capital city of Ankara is just about close enough to make a day
trip a viable possibility and is worth considering. More
information about Bursa Attractions Nearby.

Bursa Landmarks and Monuments The most impressive
within Bursa tend to be of a
landmarks and sights being more splendid than
religious nature, with few Ulu Camii, the Emir Sultan
its mosques, such as the Camii mosques.
Camii and the Orhan Particularly famous in
which has become
Bursa is the Green Tomb, landmark and is best known
something of a local Turbesi. The Hunkar Kosku
locally as the Yesil Sultan) is also well worth
(Hunting Seat of the and offers an interesting
looking out for in Bursa visited by Mustafa Kemal
history, being regularly esteemed founder.
Ataturk himself, Turkey's

ULU CAMII (GREAT MOSQUE)
Address: Ataturk Caddesi, Bursa, Turkey, TR
One of the city's most impressive landmarks and sights, the Great Mosque is best known locally in
Bursa as the Ulu Camii and very much presides over the Ataturk Caddesi. Known for its Seljuk-

style architecture and series of 20 small
domes, the Ulu Camii is by far the most
eye-catching of all the city's countless
mosques and was commission as far
back as the end of the 14th century. The
dramatic black calligraphy of the
mosque's walls is well worth looking out
for, as well as the sunken pool beneath
the mosque's second dome.

HUNKAR KOSKU (HUNTING SEAT OF THE SULTAN)

Address: Bursa, Turkey, TR
It is said that the Hunkar Kosku was built for the Sultan
Abdulmecid during the middle of the 19th century in less than
a month and was soon frequented by many important Turks,
including Ataturk. The Hunkar Kosku was thoroughly
renovated shortly after the turn of the new millennium and now
serves as something of a cultural museum. Visitors will always
be appreciative of the pleasant surroundings and landscaped
Turkish gardens, as well as the city views and photo possibilities.

DENİZLİ

History

Denizli city was established 6 km north of the present location of the city, within the neighbourhood of
Eskihisar Village. The
city was built by II
Antiokos for the
name of his wife
between the years of
261 – 246 B.C and
gave its name to
Laodikeia. This name
of the city had been
used till the invasions
of the Muslim.The
current name of the
city Denizli, once
Tonguzlu, has taken
its form through an
evolutionary process.
Later Persians, Great Alexander, Romans and Byzantine, Seljuks, Govermentals and Ottomans took control
of the city. After Turks conquered Denizli and its environs,the center of the city became Kaleiçi due to its
rich water resources.

Location

Denizli is a province of Turkey in Western Anatolia, on high ground above the Aegean coast. Neighbouring
provinces are Usak to the north, Burdur, Isparta, Afyon to the east, Aydın, Manisa to the west and Mugla to
the south.

Places of Interest

--------Hierapolis and Pamukkale World Heritage Sites

Hierapolis and Pamukkale World Heritage Sites -
20 km (12 mi) north of Denizli Pamukkale
traventines. The city of Hierapolis was founded
by the Pergamon King Eumenes II in 190 BC. Its
closeness to Laodicea led to commercial and
military rivalry. The town was built in Greek
style. Despite suffering a violent earthquake in
17 AD, it reached its peak during the Roman and
Byzantine periods. It was reconstructed during
the 2nd and 3rd centuries in stone from
quarries in the area, in a Roman style. The town
had its most glorious
years during the reign of
Roman Emperors
Septimius Severus and
Caracalla and became an
episcopal seat during the
expansion of Christianity.
However, as a result of
several earthquakes, the
most violent of which was
in 1354, a great part of the town was destroyed, and its people migrated.

--------Laodicea ad Lycum

Laodicea ad Lycum - 6 km (4 mi) north of Denizli
near the village of Eskihisar. The city was
established by Seleucid King, Antiochus II in honor
of his wife, Laodice. This trading city was famous
for its woolen and cotton cloths. A letter written
by a Laodecian says: "I am happy. I have fortune
and I am not in need of anything." Following a
large earthquake which destroyed the city, what
remains of the ancient city are one of the seven
churches of Asia Minor, the stadium, the
amphitheatre and the odeon, the cistern and the
aqueduct. (see further Laodicean Church)

--------The Seljuq Caravanserai Akhan

The Seljuq caravanserai Akhan, which is 6 km (4 mi) from Denizli City on the Ankara highway, and a great
part of which still remains, was constructed by Karasungur bin Abdullah in 1253-54 when he was acting as
the commander of Ladik. It was recently restored along with the Ottoman konaks nearby and is set to
become a visitor's attraction by its own right.

--------Forum Çamlık AVM

Forum Çamlık Shopping and Lifestyle Center, Forum Çamlık AVM, located in the heart of the city centre,
Demokrasi Meydanı/Square and surrounded by residential areas, welcomes more than 450,000 people
within a catchment area of 20 minutes. The design of Forum Çamlık was inspired by the rich architectural
elements that are unique to Province of Denizli. Local stones like Denizli travertine and marble are used for
the cladding of many buildings. The visitors will enjoy a detailed artwork, small ponds, squares and rich
landscaping features. Given its wide range of shop mix and entertainment facilities, including
theaters/cinemas, the centre became a very important destination for visitors in Denizli and neighbouring
cities.

--------Teras Park AVM

Teraspark AVM, located in Yenisehir. Teraspark AVM is the biggest shopping center in Denizli.

--------Servergazi Tomb

Servergazi türbesi is located close to the Yenisehir neighborhood. The tomb of the 12th century Turkish
commander of the Seljuk akıncı unit is located there. Many locals enjoy visiting and making prayers at the
tomb especially on weekends.

--------Atatürk Ethnography Museum

Located at the city center ,the building currently serves as a museum, the construction date of which is not
certain. At the upper floor of the museum, ethnographic cultural assets such as clothes, jewelers, house
furniture, guns, rugs, carpets majority of which are remained from Ottoman Period are on exhibit.
Moreover in the room where Atatürk rested during his visit to Denizli, there are a wradrobe, bedstead
adorned with brass,sofa and a work table in baroque style.

Population & Rooster of Denizli

The city has a population of about 645,000.Denizli is
known for its Denizli cock. The Denizli cock has only
been raised in Denizli since ancient times. It has adapted
to harsh environmental conditions. The Denizli cock
has been resistant to contagious diseases from the
beginning until today.

Zeybek(Harmandalı)

Zeybek
(Harmandalı)
dance is part of
the Turkish Culture. This dance is the symbol of courage and
honour.Zeybek’s were people living in Asia Minor. The majority of
them came from Yörük and Türkmen villages. Before the
establishment of the Republic of Turkey, large concentrations of
Zeybek’s could be found in western Anatolia particularly in İzmir,
Burdur, Afyon, Kütahya, Uşak, Denizli, Aydın, Isparta, Manisa,
Mugla, Antalya, and the Balıkesir area. Zeybeks were mountain
warriors of Western Anatolia during the 13th – 19th centuries.

Zeybeks generally had Turkmen and Yörük origins. They acted as protectors of village people against

landlords, bandits and tax collectors. A leader of a Zeybek gang was called “EFE” and his soldiers were

known as “Kızan”. “Kızan” was generally used for untrained

Zeybeks. There was generally a tribe democracy in group.

Decisions was taken in a democratic way, after the decision

was taken “EFE” has an uncontroversial authority. They

followed definite rituals for all actions; for example, the

promotion of a “kızan” to zeybek was very similar to Ahi

rituals.Zeybeks had a special dance in which performers

simulated hawks. Romantic songs about their bravery are still

popular in Turkish folk music. The Yatagan sword was their

primary weapon, but most of them carried firearms as well.

Cuisine

Authentic cuisine of the city includes pirinç çorbası, keskek, kuru fasulye,sarma, dolma, bulgur pilavı,
kebap,ayran.

DOĞUBAYAZIT

Doğubayazıt is considering as the eastern gate of Turkey, which is hosted for various tribes and
civilizations during the history. During this long adventure continued for centuries, after being under
sovereignty of Urartu, Assyria, Med, Persia, Rome and Byzantium, the district had faced with
Islamic raids during Caliph Hz. Osman. While Doğubayazıt is holding the signs of all tribes, lived,
fight and established civilizations and cultures within Anatolia, it also gains importance with its
natural beauties and folkloric richness day by day.

History
Before Malazgirt victory, in 1064, Doğubayazıt was added in to Seljuk lands with the conquest of
Kars, but then it had its share of Timur occupation with Mongol invasion. District, which was ruled
by Akkoyunlular and Karakoyunlular from time to time during latter period, had been conquered by
Safevis at the end of XVth century, and finally is added to Ottoman lands in 1514, after Çaldıran
War.

During the initial years of the republic, after banners had been turned into cities, Doğubayazıt
became a city center with the same name. But in 1927, with carrying city center as today's Ağrı,
Doğubayazıt was turned into a province of this city.

Where to Visit

Ishak Pasha Palace Mt. Ararat

Bayazıt Castle and Mosque Meteor Crater