Izmir #4

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Today I tell you about historical fire and some attractions in Izmir.

On 13 September 1922, a great fire broke out in the city, lasting until 17 September. Disaster completely destroyed Greek, French and Armenian district. From 10000 to 100000 people died.  This happening ended the Greco-Turkish War (1919-1922).

In Izmir, it is really good to see Clock Tower. It's adorable marble tower in the  Konak district, 25 meters high. The tower was designed by French architect Raymond Charles Père in 1901. 

It's also good to look over Asansör, historical building. It was built in 1907, on top of Asansör is one of the most famous restaurants in Izmir.

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Weruka

Izmir #3

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Good to see you again. Today I tell you about Ottoman rule in Izmir.

In 1415 Mehmet I took Smyrna to Ottoman Empire. He changed the name to Izmir.  At the reign of Sultan Suleiman, Europeans get permission to free trade and settlement at the city. The first Ottoman governor of Izmir was the son of the Bulgarian Shishman dynasty. During the reign of Mehmed III in Izmir were built the Hisar Mosque. 

It has been constructed by Aydınoğlu Yakup Bey. After damage, the mosque was restored in 1813, 1881, 1927 and 1980. 

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Weruka

Izmir #2

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Today I tell you about Roman rule in Izmir.

In 133 BC, the last king of the Attalid dynasty died without the heir. In his will, he bequeathed his kingdom to the Roman Republic, included Izmir. The city came under Roman rule and was glad a period of prosperity. The importance of Izmir resulted that the Roman emperors who came to Anatolia visited Smyrna too. In 178 AD the city was devastated by an earthquake. It was one of the greatest disasters in the city. The earthquake razed the town to the ground. Support of the Empire for rebuilding Izmir was necessary. Emperor Marcus Aurelius helped to rebuild Smyrna. During this reconstitution, the agora was restored. At this period many of works were built.

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Weruka  

Izmir

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At this month I will tell you about one of the biggest Turkish cities - Izmir.

Izmir is the port city in western Anatolia. It's the third most populous city in Turkey, after Istambul and Ankara. In 2014  2,847,691 people have lived there. Really important commercial and industrial centre. The second commercial harbour in Turkey. Every year in Izmir are held Izmir International Fair. On this markets are presented: Organic Agriculture, Food Products, Boat, Yacht, Technology, Electric, Electronic, Computer, IT, Tourism, Publication and Books. Izmir is modern Turkish name, original this city was called Smyrna.

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Weruka

Country of four seas

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Turkey, officially The Republic of Turkey, is bordering  seven countries: Greece, Bulgaria, Georgia, Armenia, Iran, Iraq and Syria. It is called "The country od four seas"  because Turkey extends over  to four seas : The Black Sea, The Sea of Marmora, The Aegean Sea and The Mediterranean Sea (but Turks call it The White Sea). The population of Turkey is about 80 millions people.

     



















                               
                                    The capital city is Ankara

The largest three cities are Istambul, Ankra and Izmir.

       

                                           Istambul

                                            Ankara

                                          Izmir

                    Flag of Turkey

The story said that after the battles of Kosovo Turkish soldiers were looking for their friends. They found them in a pool of blood. The moon and stars were brightly shining. So that's why the moon and the star are on the falg of Turkey.

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Weruka