Many different cultures have left their marks here in Istanbul, and made it the cosmopolitan, intriguing city that we love.

During a day in the company of one of Turkey’s foremost cultural experts, we will be given a chance to understand Istanbul’s history, to better appreciate its cultural richness, and to gain some insights into the Turkish people. Serif Yenen runs his own company, Cultural Interaction Points, to promote understanding of the Turkish culture; we are delighted that he has agreed to host this event for our members in his beautiful old apartment building.

Interactive sessions will allow us to share our own insights and experiences, as well as to ask those questions that we never dared to raise! You will come away noticing more of the environment surrounding you, and be inspired to explore and discover more of the city and indeed wider Turkey.

Topics of discussion will be -

• Getting to grips with the history of Istanbul and the treasures you can see in the city today
  
• Getting to know the Turkish people – customs and behaviour, language and superstitions, mercantile practices; how to get on with your neighbours and conduct negotiations here
  
• The ‘must-see’ places to visit in Turkey
  

Turkish kahve (coffee) and çay (tea) will be served, as well as a delicious typical light lunch. Also included in the price, participants will receive a wonderful 1-hour CD video about Istanbul, as well as illustrated maps of both Istanbul and Turkey showing the cultural highlights. 

This day will delight those interested in understanding more about Istanbul, Turkey and the Turkish people, whether you are a new arrival here or you are interested in getting deeper insights from an expert.

Cost

Basic members: 180 TL 

Classic, Business and Honorary members: 170 TL

Guests: 200 TLLALE EVENTS