Elif Eylül_ Derya Filiz' Team

Eylül Asya- Derya Filiz' Team

Beren- Derya Filiz' Team

Selin- Derya Filiz' Team

İzmir Clock Tower is a historic clock tower located at the Konak Square in the Konak district of İzmir, Turkey. It is considered as the main landmark of the tcity. The Clock Tower is a symbol of İzmir. The clock tower was designed by the Levantine French architect Raymond Charles Péré. The tower was completed in August 1901 and officially inaugurated on 1 September 1901, the 25th anniversary of the sultan's accession to the throne.

CLOCK TOWER

Melissa D.- İzmir Bilfen High School

HOLİDAY PLACES 

ÇEŞME : Çeşme, ülkemizin en güzel plajlarına ev sahipliği yapmaktadır.  Berrak denizi, altın rengi kumsalları, koyları, şifalı termal kaynakları, şaşırtıcı su altı zenginlikleri, spor aktiviteleri ile Çeşme, turizmde İzmir'in gururudur...

FOÇA:       İzmir'in geniş yerinde yer alır. Sahil şeridinde sakin ve huzurlu bir yaşam izlerini yakalayabilirsiniz. Foça, turizmin sonlandırılmasıyla başlayan yerleşim yerlerinden biri olarak kabul edilir.

Masal T.-Özel İzmir Bilfen Lisesi

Ceyda A. - Gülcihan Şen's Team

BERGAMA ANCIENT CITY

Bergama, which was included in the World Cultural Heritage List in 2014, is one of the settlements that has been constantly inhabited and has never disappeared from the historical scene, due to its location at a strategic point, although it has been subjected to occupations and destruction throughout its history. The Red Courtyard and the Asklepion sanctuary are among the most important structures of this expansion

Ece A.- Gülcihan Şen's Team

OUR CITY INTRODUCTION:

CROTONE

Francesca M.-G.V. Gravina High School- (Flavia Ferraro's Team)

When thinking of Crotone, several vivid images and thoughts come to mind. First and foremost, it’s the combination of history and natural beauty that makes our town so fascinating. Crotone holds a profound connection to ancient Magna Graecia, and its past as a powerful Greek colony is still evident through its archaeological sites and ancient ruins. The Tempio di Hera Lacinia, with its towering columns overlooking the Ionian Sea, is a striking reminder of the city's Greek heritage and its once-glorious status.

Clarissa D.-G.V. Gravina High School Flavia Ferraro's Team

Additionally, Crotone's scientific legacy, especially its association with figures like Pythagoras and Alcmaeon, reflects the intellectual richness of the city. The thought of Crotone also brings to mind ancient scholars, whose contributions to mathematics and medicine still resonate today.

Ester S. -G.V. Gravina High School- Flavia Ferraro's Team

But it's not just history that stands out. Crotone also boasts beautiful beaches like   Le Castella, with its crystal-clear waters and scenic vistas, making it a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration. The charming old town, with narrow streets, vibrant buildings, and local cafes, paints a picture of a town that has maintained its authenticity and warmth throughout the centuries.

Ester S.-G.V. Gravina High School (Flavia Ferraro's Team)

Crotone is a captivating coastal town in Calabria, southern Italy, nestled along the Ionian Sea. Known for its rich historical heritage and stunning landscapes, Crotone offers visitors a glimpse into both ancient and modern Italian life. 

Stefano N. - G.V. Gravina High School  ( Maria Teresa Scarriglia's Team)

Founded in the 8th century BC as a Greek colony, Crotone has a deep historical significance, and its ancient roots are still evident in its archaeological sites. Magna Graecia, meaning "Great Greece" in Greek, refers to the coastal areas of Southern Italy and Sicily that were colonized by Greek settlers beginning around the 8th century BC.

Stefano N. - G.V. Gravina High School  ( Maria Teresa Scarriglia's Team)-

Crotone (ancient Kroton) was founded by Greek colonists from Achaea in the 8th century BC, around 710 BC. The settlers chose the site because of its fertile land, strategic coastal position, and access to the sea. Over time, Crotone flourished as one of the leading cities of Magna Graecia. The city became particularly famous for its military strength, scientific achievements, and athletic prowess.

Carlotta d.- G.V. Gravina High School (Flavia Ferraro's Team)

Crotone was known for its contributions to philosophy, medicine, and mathematics. One of the city's most famous figures was the philosopher Pythagoras (c. 570–495 BC), who founded a religious and philosophical school in the city. His followers, known as the Pythagoreans, made significant advancements in mathematics, music theory, and astronomy, with the famous Pythagorean Theorem in geometry being attributed to him.

Crotone also had a renowned medical school. Alcmaeon of Croton, a physician and philosopher, is considered one of the early pioneers of anatomy and medicine. He was one of the first to suggest that health depended on the balance of bodily fluids.

Carlotta D.- Liceo G.V. Gravina (Flavia Ferraro's Team)

In its early years, Crotone was a powerful military force, particularly known for its victory over the neighboring city of Sybaris around 510 BC. 

The two cities had been in conflict, and the Battle of the Sybaris River was a decisive moment, in which Crotone's forces destroyed Sybaris, marking the decline of that city and the rise of Crotone as a dominant power in the region.

Crotone also was known for its cultural exchange and political alliances within the Greek world.

Francesca M.- G.V. Gravina High School (Flavia Ferraro's Team)

By the 4th century BC, Crotone began to lose its political and military power. It faced invasions from external forces, including the Romans. In the 3rd century BC, Crotone was absorbed into the Roman Republic and gradually lost its status as an independent city-state. Despite this, the legacy of Magna Graecia, and particularly of Crotone, continued to influence Roman culture, particularly in philosophy, medicine, and science.

Clarissa D. G.V. Gravina High School (Flavia Ferraro's Team)

Today, visitors of Crotone can explore the remnants of this once-great city. Key archaeological sites include:

Hera Lacinia's Tiara

Francesca M.-G.V. Gravina High School (Flavia Ferraro's Team)

Charles V's Castle: Built towards the end of the 15th century, it constitutes an accomplished and valuable example of transitional military architecture.

Ilaria C.- G.V. Gravina High School  ( Maria Teresa Scarriglia's Team)