From 21sth to 27th of May, the last mobility of the project took place in Istanbul, Turkey. 

The main activity of the meeting was to create and play a board game resembling Monopoly. The properties to be bought or rent at the game were monuments from each country, as well as important sightseeing spots (e.g. squares, main streets), resorts and activity spots (e.g. theaters, stadiums). The game was prepared in each country, with continuous exchange of opinions and information and played at the host school with mixed groups of students.

The first day there were activities at th host school, Osman Sacmaci Ortaokuly, such as warm up games, logac dances by the school pupils and guide at the school.

On the second day, Tuesday 23rd May, there was a guide at the historical center of the city, including the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate.

There was also a very interesting visit to Miniaturk Museum, including monument miniatures from all Turkey.

On 3rd day, Wednesday 24th May, there was an interesting and creative workshop at Emigran forest, the municipal where the host school belongs.

On the fourth day of the meeting, Thursday 25th May, there was a marvellous guide at the exquisite historical peninsula, with visits at Hagia Sofya, Sultan Ahmet Mosque (Blue Mosque), Basilica Cistern and Archaeological Museum.

Hagia Sofya

At night, there was official delivery of certificates of participation.

And a party followed!

The last day there was a visit to the beautiful area of Ortakoy, with the historical mosque.

The memories of the Romanian group are described at the following nice video:

All the participants were positively effected as follows:

* They thought in a creative way.

* They developed observation skills and saw the environment in a different perspective. Thus, they tightened the connection between students and nature.

* They designed their own art work, using their imagination and creativity.

* They increased awareness to other cultures.

* They reinforced their self-esteem and self-confidence.

* They developed soft skills

Moreover, that was an excellent chance for the students to acquaintance with the culture of the host country and make a dive in the history of civilization in a multi-cultural city.