System and Generation

The System and Generation Association established in 2008 (Ankara) is a non-profit organization, with a directed mission to empower youth, through Global traveling projects and tours and breaking the cross culture barriers for sustainable cooperation at local, regional, national and international community circles.

System and Generation Office Ankara

As heterogeneity brings about opportunities to share, learn and grow from the journeys of others, it can be induced as a part of adopted systems to indoctrinate by interacting with people of different ideologies, gender, socio economic backgrounds, races and encircling the social uplifting of ethnic minorities around the world to add value build trust and create an inclusive environment, to strengthen positive relationships.

Beypazari, Ankara

Under the SNG system of travelling projects, I experienced a latitude of exploring creative activities, learning about the rich diversity of cultural elements inclusive of new ideas, customs and traditions and social behavior in the integrated and dynamic elements of their society such as tasting the language, visiting vocational centers, engaging in creative learning and educational activities and meeting the delegates from a vast number of cross road cultures around the world.

I have been through an amazing experience traveling bit by bit through their cultural fluid and assimilating the fact that cultural diversity is actually no barrier in bringing individuals without jeopardizing their beliefs on one united platform.

Cultural & Tourism Dir Office

My highlighting moment was visiting Beypazari, a small town in Ankara where I had the greatest of splendid moments, visiting different schools and colleges and meeting children from variegated cultural back grounds. These myriads have given me a new exposition, to their sundry of traditional foods, custom and traditional practices and colorful festivities which symbolized their core belief in bringing peace and harmony around the world.

City of Carrots Beypazari

I had tasted many finest delicacies of the cuisines from local and traditional markets selling a variety of their local dry fruits, with a kick of flavor, I never tasted before.

I had the honor of meeting the Cultural Tourism Director, Mr. Zafar Poyraz and shared views about the agenda of the project activities and the significance of bringing cultures together.

"Never let your memories be greater than your dream."

This quote has always driven me towards an unknown journey, which I have been dreaming about for long. Travelling has always been my passion and i consider myself fortunate enough to pursue it relentlessly and travel my dream to a country full of life, rich privileged culture, enchanting history and of course, scenic beauty. I am grateful to the AIESEC exchange program for providing me with this opportunity and giving me a wonderful 6 week experience of project based learning and exposure to a rich culture.

As it is commonly said that a mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions. Travelling has humbled me, and has broadened my perspective in so many ways. I found each day different. For me travelling to Turkey was all about experiencing things beyond the usual and was consistently challenging, exciting, stepping me out of the box and open myself up to other culture, traditions and life routines.

The Ancient Theater at Hierapolis, Pamukkale

Turkey has some of the most amazing historical sites I have ever seen covering up from the Library of Alexandria to the Mausoleums of religious reformers. It holds on a huge pulse of life with rising technology and so many entrepreneurs in a foreign country, trying to build something new and innovating. I’ve enjoyed every bit of my travelling, wandering about the busy streets and checking in to the lovely aroma of food from local restaurants and street vendors, honing my sign language where English was nonexistent at few places. I even learnt few more of Turkish words. Visiting spectacular sites with my team and co project partners, I learnt about their history, tasted the traditional and local cuisines and experienced valuable activities. Landing at the cosmopolitan city Istanbul, with its panoramic view and a drifting Mediterranean climate, there was something more about the way that Istanbul stirred even in the darkness. I found it a vibrant city and with the finest population of local natives. I have a sparkling memory of the twilight golden glow of streetlights on the shores of the inky Bosporus, twinkling beneath the Galata Bridge.

Eminonu Sahil, Istanbul

I also visited the historical and largest mosque of the classical period, the Blue mosque. Standing as an expression of culture and human identity, with its beautiful architecture and design, its illuminating minarets mesmerize the visitors.

Taksim Square, Istanbul

I celebrated the New Year at Taksim Square, glimmering with busy nightlife and colorful festivities in different corners with traditional dances, crowded rooftop eateries and shops. From here, I headed towards one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world 'The Grand Bazaar', where i enjoyed wandering up and down about the streets that make up the Bazaar. It was crowded but not overwhelmingly,  so in some ways it was good to see more people around.

Duden Waterfalls, Antalya

The absolute stunning scenes, in Antalya, with towering mountains on both sides and the gleaming beaches, in Lara and Konyaalti had been the fondest of my memories i brought back. After extolling the beach, I visited the Sand Museum and the spectacular  Duden waterfalls, this brought us down to the other end which was the magical view of the Clock Tower that covers the massive chunk of Turkey’s Mediterranean coast, which includes town Kaleiji and villages with ancient houses still inhabited with a quite a number of population was worth a sight.

The visit to Turkey’s third largest city, Izmir was a magical experience with not only its ancient roots but also the many facets of its contemporary culture, with the famous Konak mosque, historical elevator and Clock Square.

Clock Tower, Izmir

It was time for some adventure!

Soon my visit to a historical region, with an exceptional cultural heritage and great landscapes and among all it offered a perfect spot for a Hot Air Balloon ride in Cappadocia. The view from the Balloon had been amazing, with a spectacular and surreal landscapes with fairy chimneys, valleys, pigeon houses and orchards.

It would be worth mentioning, to have viewed the eighth wonder of the world Pamukkale, famous for its natural site, the most amazing attraction i found visiting this place was that the entire city contains hot springs and travertine, with terraces of flowing water, giving it a unique look. I’ve learnt that certain waters have healing properties that are rich with minerals.

My most cherished memories also include visits to the city Eskisehir, where i visited Bal Mumu and the modern museum, with wax dummies created with the finest of the masterpiece of wax sculpturing, amusement places like Disney land, Sozova Park and hiking at Goreme and Ihlara valley located among the fairy chimney rocks in Cappadocia, the dream land with a landscape of harmony with human interaction and settlement with dramatic natural land forms.

Paragliding in Pamukkale

Last but not the least, the visit to Derinkuyu, was a worth visit ancient multilevel underground city with an approximate depth of 280 ft. It is thought to be the world’s biggest underground city with the most complex infrastructure and causeways. It was amazing to learn that it had stone doors which could be opened and closed from the inside. My fondest memories of the most highlighting moments during the visit included paragliding and a vast horizon of some capturing views like the sunsets and sunrise in Pamukkale and Cappadocia, my personal experience of travelling solo to an amazing place, where i experienced warm hospitality from the natives, I would paint my exploration of a fabulous experience as the most surprise came from the exploration of the archaeological ruins, sampling the Turkish delicacies and popular cuisines, soared above otherworldly terrain in a hot air balloon, the sprawling underground city, open air museums and a plethora of viewpoints. This trip of about 6 to 8 weeks gave me an insight for the person I will be to travel alone, be brave enough, challenge myself successfully and explore the world , understanding, respecting and value each country’s cultures and customs.