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IST05 LIVABLE CITIES: THE PRINCES’ ISLANDS (1100-1500 Tuesday, 20 July) Minimum 10/Maximum
30 (PRICE: $8 + OOPEX)
[FDP: MANIATES]
This practicum will explore the creative approaches to livable cities including car-free zones and efficient modes
of transportation. We will enjoy an on-ship presentation by Dr. Kevser Ustundag, who specializes in urban
planning, on the topic of “Sustainability in Istanbul.” We will continue the discussion over lunch on the ship and
then take the ferry to the Princes’ Islands, which is a unique car-free zone in Istanbul. Participants will be given a
field-based assignment related to the topic of sustainability while visiting the islands.
The name of Princes’ Islands comes from the Byzantine period when royal princes and empresses were exiled
there. With the introduction of steamboats during the late Ottoman period around the 19 th century, these islands
became popular resorts for the wealthy who built wooden houses there. Jewish, Greek and Armenian
communities made up a large number of the inhabitants here. There are many monasteries and historic buildings
on the islands, besides 19th-century Victorian-style wooden mansions. Motorists (except the ones belonging to
the local municipality for public works) are not permitted on the islands; therefore, you must walk or rent a
bicycle, a fayton (horse-drawn carriage) or even a donkey. Please note: At the conclusion of the FDP, participants
will have the option of returning to the ship with Professor Maniates or taking a later ferry on their own. Out-ofpocket
expenses include money for any optional purchase on the islands.
IST06 ISTANBUL CITY ORIENTATION (1100-1700 Tuesday, 20 July) Minimum 35/No Maximum (PRICE:
$52)
[FDP: MacMILLAN]
Byzantium, Constantinople and Istanbul are names that conjure up images of a great city’s past: Byzantium, the city
founded by Mergarian colonizers 2,600 years ago; Constantinople, built on seven hills by the Emperor Constantine;
and Istanbul, the city that links Europe and Asia and the fabulous capital of the Ottoman sultans. Istanbul is not only
a city with a colorful past, but also a bustling modern-day city full of life and activity. During this orientation to the
city, view some of the most significant historical and cultural sites in Istanbul.
Drive through the streets of ancient Pera (Latin Quarter) and Taksim Square. Then cross the Golden Horn over the
Ataturk Bridge to the old town. View the city walls dating back to the fourth century, which were destroyed during
the conquest in 1453, and the Roman Aqueduct of Valens from the second century. Tour the Sehzade Mosque,
which was designed by architect Mimar Sinan. As chief
architect of the palace, Sinan designed more than 360
structures. The Sehzade Mosque represents his mature
style and the first grand mosque he created. Drive by the
Hippodrome and view the Serpentine Column and the
Theodosius Column, both of which were brought from
Egypt in the fourth century. Next, visit the Blue Mosque
with its unique configuration of six minarets and bluetiled
interior. Conclude your orientation with a visit to
Hagia Sophia and the Byzantine Cistern. Please note:
This trip involves a fair amount of walking. Bring water.
Box lunches from the ship will be provided. Visitors to
the mosque must cover their arms and head to enter.
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