1. Istanbul, Turkey

2. Purpose
7.1 Historians and archaeologists describe historical events and issues from the perspectives of people living at the time to avoid evaluating the past in terms of today’s norms and values.
7.2 The civilizations that developed in Greece and Rome had an enduring impact on later civilizations. This legacy includes governance and law, engineering and technology, art and architecture, as well as literature and history. The Roman Empire also played an instrumental role in the spread of Christianity.
7.3 Germanic invasions helped to break up the Roman Empire and set the stage for the development of feudal and manorial systems. Later invasions helped establish Mongol dominance in central Asia and led to the destruction of the Byzantine Empire by the Turks.

3. Crossroads of Civilization
Istanbul, Turkey:
Crossroads of Civilization
As ancient Constantinople, Istanbul was once the capital of the Roman Empire and the most powerful city in Europe. For many, it was the center of the known universe. Situated half in Europe and half in Asia, modern Istanbul is in many respects the center of today’s world. At the nexus between East and West, contemporary Turkey plays a vital role in world politics that will only grow stronger in the years to come. With its strong economy and democratic political culture, Turkey is a secular, stable democracy—an important bridge to the Middle East for the democracies of the West.
Geographically, Turkey is a fascinating country in that it exists on two continents. The European part of the country is known as Thrace, and the Asian part is known as Anatolia. The Bosphorus divides the two continents, and the country is surrounded by three seas: the Black Sea in the north, the Aegean in the west, and the Mediterranean in the South.
Come spend time in Istanbul, Turkey. Through classroom instruction combined with visits to the great sites of both ancient and modern Turkey, this class will give us the opportunity to study a country that has been, throughout its history, at the crossroads of civilization.

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5. Obtaining Your Passport
Start Early! Gather your documents:
Application forms (unsigned)
Proof of identity document and photocopy of the front and back
Proof of U.S. Citizenship document and a photocopy of the front and back
Passport fees: $ Total for standard shipping and processing
Prepare your application package:
Complete your Form DS-11 Application for U.S. Passport
Print your completed application. DO NOT SIGN YOUR APPLICATION!
Have a passport photo taken. (Some post offices can take your photo, call to confirm)
Calculate your fees. Post Offices accept credit cards, checks, and money orders for the acceptance fee ($25). State Department fees are mailed with your application. Pay by check to “U.S. Department of State”.
Find a Post Office:
Post Offices have set hours for passport services. Many require an appointment. Make sure to contact your post office before trying to complete your application.

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7. Airfare – Lufthansa Cost: $851.00
Depart – 23h 04m
Return – 16h 34m
Depart: May 1 – 7:31 p.m.
Columbus, Ohio, U.S
Change planes at 7:55 p.m. in Chicago
Depart: May 2 – 10:35 p.m.
Change planes at 1:50 p.m. in Frankfurt am Main (May 2) (Long Layover)
Depart 9:40 p.m.
Arrive: May 2 – 1:35 a.m.
Istanbul, Turkey
Depart: May 8 – 1:55 p.m.
Istanbul, Turkey
Change planes at 4:00 p.m. in Frankfurt am Main
Depart: May 8 – 5:15 p.m.
Change planes at 7:20 p.m in Chicago
Depart 9:07 p.m.
Arrive: May 8 – 11:29 p.m.
Columbus, Ohio, U.S.

8. Comparison Delta Air Canada - Lufthansa $1081.00 Depart – 15h 33m
Return – 20h 40m $
Depart – 18h 15m
Return – 16h 34m

9. Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus
$88.27/night - $7.06/night for tax through Expedia
May 2 – May 7 = $476.65

10. Tourist Attractions and Sights

11. Weather Patterns
The average amount of rainfall for May is 1.1 inches throughout.
Average high of 65° F
Average low of 52 ° F
*Both averages taken at the beginning of the month.

12. 10 Best Souvenirs in Istanbul with a Breath of Culture
Turkish Teas
Turkish Delight (lokum)
Blue Evil Eye
Turkish Spices
Iznik Ceramics

13. 10 Best Souvenirs in Istanbul with a Breath of Culture
Turkish Kilim Rugs and Cushion Covers
Turkish Lamps
Turkish Bath Towels
Turkish Black Soaps
Turkish Coffee Pot

14. Cuisine Turkish Breakfast Kuyu Kebabi Baklava
Tea, sliced tomatoes and/or cucumbers, white bread, white cheese, black and/or green olives, butter, thick cream, honey jam, an omelet or boiled eggs, and Turkish sausage (sucuklu yumurta).
Kuyu Kebabi
Slow cooked whole lamb hung in a well or specially constructed hole over a charcoal fire. *requires pine tree branches for the flavor
Baklava
Phyllo dough, nuts, and syrup are layered to create this dessert.

15. Daily Journal
Students will complete a daily journal to document their field trip.

16. Exit Assessment
Students will complete the exit assessment at the left after the field trip has been completed.