ROMANİA

The official language of Romania is Romanian.

Romania’s economy has been based on agriculture since ancient times. In recent years, industrialization and industrial production have been developing.

The climate in Romania is hot and temperate. In the higher parts of the country, although the climate is closer to continental, winters are particularly harsh.

Bucharest, the most visited city in the country and one of the important centers of Eastern Europe; It attracts attention with its historical buildings, art galleries and education centers.

  Kısmet TÜRKAN KURNAZ-Akören Primary School/TURKEY

Traditional Romanian cuisine has been mostly influenced by Turkish cuisine, as well as Austrian, German, Greek and Hungarian cuisines throughout history. Some of the famous Romanian dishes are: Perișoare in Ciorbă, Tobă, Chiftele, Tochitură, Drob, Mămăligă, Pleșcoi sausage Chiftele, flat and round dumplings. Chiftele is made by mixing minced pork with mashed potatoes and spices and then fried in oil. It is served with mashed potatoes or rice. Tobă (meaning pork head cheese) is a type of large salami made from pork triplet stuffed with pork skin, liver, ears, trotters, tongue and gelatin. Tochitură is a stew made with pork. Mămăligă is porridge made with corn flour. Ciorbă de perișoare is a sour meatball soup. Pleșcoi sausage is a soudjouk made with ground sheep, garlic and hot red pepper and named after the village where it is made.

Kısmet TÜRKAN KURNAZ-Akören Primary School/TURKEY

JORDAN

Is a beautiful Arab country in the Levant area of Western Asia, on the East Bank of the Jordan River. It has a population of over 10 million people. It became an independent country in 1946, but its existence dates back at least 200 000 years. It has both a monarch, Abdullah II, and a Prime Minister, Bisher Khasawneh, so it is a Unitary Parliament Constitutional Monarchy. The official language of Jordan is Arabic and its capital is Amman. They money are called Jordanian dinars.

It is an interesting country to visit.

Lăcrămioara Olaru, Școala Gimnazială ”Prof. Gheorghe Dumitreasa” Girov

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ROMANIA

The official language is Romanian. The capital city is Bucharest. It is a member of European Union. The natural and historical beauties of Romania attract millions of tourists to the country every year and these tourists contribute greatly to the country’s economy.Bran Castle, one of the historical heritage of Romania and also known as Dracula’s Castle, is located in the city of Bran, Romania. Romania’s presence at a transition point between Central and Eastern Europe is also reflected in its culture. There is a complex of cultures of both Balkan, European and neighboring countries in the country. Traditional Romanian cuisine has been mostly influenced by Turkish cuisine, as well as Austrian, German, Greek and Hungarian cuisines throughout history. Some of the famous Romanian dishes are: Perișoare in Ciorbă, Tobă, Chiftele, Tochitură, Drob, Mămăligă, Pleșcoi sausage Chiftele.

   PINAR BİLYAZ-HANİFE ŞEFİK CELEP PRIMARY SCHOOL

NORTH MACEDONIA

By the students of the 2nd Primary School of Nafpaktos

North Macedonia is situated in the southeast Europe and especially in the Balkan Peninsula. It borders Bulgaria to the east, Albania to the west, Greece to the South and Serbia to the north. Its capital is Skopje. The population of North Macedonia is 2.06 million people. The colours of its flag are red and white.

2nd Primary School of Nafpaktos

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NORTH MACEDONIA. WE HAVE SEARCHED             

ABOUT GEOGRAPHY, FOOD, SPORTS, FLAG,

POPULATION AND SOME IMPORTANT PLACES

TO VISIT. HERE YOU ARE OUR WORKS.

WE HOPE YOU LIKE THEM.

IORDANIA

        Jordan is a small and charming country in the Middle East, bordering Syria and Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Israel. The name of this Muslim country has deep biblical roots, from the name of the Jordan River where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist. It is a land endowed with hundreds of years of world history, where Alexander the Great founded the city of Jerash and where Petra was built, one of the 7 wonders of the world.

     The ancient fortress of Petra was carved into a canyon by the Namibian people, being a veritable fortress of unconquerability. Temples dug directly into the rock are a world-famous treasure, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.

      Amman is the capital of Jordan, built on 7 hills, like Ancient Rome, now stretches over more than 20 hills, being a historic city, covered in white stone houses, preserving various vestiges of the city’s millennial history, but also modern, flanked by skyscrapers in the new area.

 The Wadi Rum Desert, also known as the Valley of the Moon, is the most famous desert area in the world due to the red sand between which there are rocks, in a spectacular landscape.

      The Dead Sea is the deepest place on Earth, located 424 meters below the level of the planet’s ocean. The salinity in this area is 34%, so you simply float in the water, whatever you do. The mud and mineral waters of the Dead Sea are known for their therapeutic and cosmetic properties, so the spa and wellness centers in the area are among the most established in the world.

Aqaba is the only port in Jordan and the most sought-after tourist resort in the country, competing with exclusive destinations in the United Arab Emirates. From the port of Aqaba you can see the city of Eliat in Israel, Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

    In Madaba there is only one Christian church, dedicated to Saint George, which houses one of the treasures of history, a map of the Holy Land. This is believed to be the oldest map of the Holy Land, from the sixth century, being worked in the form of a mosaic.

      The predominant religion in Jordan is Suuni Islam. But there is also a Christian minority.

Men’s dress code in Jordan
               Long pants are essential in the city, country and desert, regardless of the weather – lightly clean and respectable cotton, denim or cloth in simple colors. A buttoned shirt wrapped in pants conveys a stronger message about the value of cultural sensitivity.

Women’s dress code

HIJAB-is the wave they use to cover their heads. It can be of different sizes from one or more pieces (max3), the colors being pastel, always in matching with the rest of the clothes. It is of different sizes covering (according to preferences) from the head, to the shoulders and chest. HIJAB AL-AMEERA-is worn especially by pupils and students, giving a note of elegance but also of modesty at the same time. It has a slightly more complicated way of attachment because it consists of two pieces: the first piece resembles a cylindrical tube that is simply pulled on the head to hold the hair tight, over it is placed the second piece usually having the shape of a trapezoid and the role of covering the neck, the latter being fastened with needles for safety.

înv. Jalbă Doina Luiza Şcoala Gimnazială “G.E.Palade” Buzău/România

înv. Jalbă Doina Luiza Şcoala Gimnazială “G.E.Palade” Buzău/România

    JORDAN

Jordan is a country in Western Asia. It is bounded to the north by Syria, to the east by Iraq, to the southeast and south by Saudi Arabia, and to the west by Israel and the West Bank. 

Amman is the nation’s capital and largest city, as well as the economic, political and cultural centre.

Jordan takes its name from the Jordan River which forms much of the country’s northwestern border.

TOURISTIC PLACES IN JORDAN

PETRA

The ancient rose-hued city of Petra is Jordan’s most famous tourist attraction and one of the world’s most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage sites.

WADI RUM

With its endless golden sands, rugged canyons and sweeping star-studded skies, Wadi Rum is an adventurer’s paradise.

It has stood in for Mars in several Hollywood films and was the location of the Lawrence of Arabia film in the 1960s.

AQABA

Aqaba is Jordan’s gateway to the Red Sea.

Its clear waters and historical sights make the Red Sea port of Aqaba ideal for a beach holiday. Aqaba is close enough for day trips to the ancient wonders at Petra and the desert landscapes of Wadi Rum.

JERASH

It’s now considered one of the best-preserved sites of Roman architecture outside Italy and visitors can take in its public baths, squares and temples.

DEAD SEA

The Dead Sea is the lowest point of dry land on earth,at 431m below sea level.

It is known for its exceptionally salty but soothing waters, the mineral-rich mud has attracted visitors including the famous Egyptian queen, Cleopatra.

MOUNT NEBO

It is an elevated ridge of the Abarim in Jordan, approximately 710 metres (2,330 ft) above sea level.

It is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as the place where Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land. 

JORDANIAN CUISINE

FALAFEL

Falafel, a combination of ground chickpeas, mixed with a variety of spices, then deep fried into mini patty like shapes, is one of the most common street food snacks or light meals in Jordan.

They can be eaten on their own like veggie nuggets, eaten with bread, or stuffed into sandwiches. 

Hummus

Hummus is served at all times of the day, but most commonly for breakfast as it is rich on proteins from the many legumes that are the main ingredient to many of these dishes, with and endless number of variations in the form of small plates, platters, and sandwiches.

KOUSA MAHSHI

Kousa mahshi is a traditional Levantine dish that consists of zucchinis that have been cored and filled with a mixture of rice and minced meat. 

MUTABAL

Mutabal is a Middle Eastern dip made with a combination of roasted eggplants, onions, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, yogurt, olive oil, and salt.

The ingredients are blended or mashed together until the dip develops a desired consistency, either smooth or a bit more coarse.

  MANSAF

Mansaf is the national dish of Jordan that plays a key role in all celebrations and festivals in the country. The meat is slowly cooked in fermented, yogurt-like goat’s milk called jameed, resulting in a unique dish that is not just a meal, but a social tradition.

Mansaf, an Arabic word for explosion, is commonly offered to guests as a sign of appreciation, value, and respect.

Selin DUMAN – Alparslan Primary School / Turkey

Portugal

By the students of the 2nd Primary School of Nafpaktos

Portugal is a country in the Iberian Peninsula in the south-western Europe. The official name of the country is the Portuguese Republic. It borders Spain in the east and north and the Atlantic ocean in the west. Azores and Madeira are also parts of Portugal. The capital city of Portugal is Lisbon which is also the largest city. The official language of Portugal is Portuguese.

The largest cities in Portugal are

Porto

Vila Nova de Gaia

Braga

Amadora

Queluz

Funchal

Coimbra

Setúbal

Agualva-Cacém

Almada

Rio Tinto

Aveiro

Viseu

Odivelas

Culture in Portugal

The people of Portugal like cultural activities such as art, music, drama, and dance. Also, many cities and towns have a museum and a collection of ancient monuments and buildings.

Fado music is very popular in Portugal and it is known to the rest of the world, too.

The Vira is a traditional dance from Portugal. It has three steps and it is similar to a waltz but it is faster and the couples dance it without holding hands.

The best Portuguese dishes

1 – Caldo Verde – Traditional Dish

2 – Bacalhau or Portuguese Cod Fish

3 – Sardines – Grilled or canned Sardines

4 – Bifanas – The national sandwich

5 – Francesinha Sandwich – The famous food from Porto

6 – Chicken Piri-Piri – Chicken dish

7 – Polvo à la Lagareiro – Octopus dish

8 – World Famous Porco Preto – Portuguese Ham

9-  Pastel de Nata –Portuguese dessert

10 – Portuguese Desserts