Saturday, 19 June 2010 – 09.00 – 17.00
Dear Friend,
As part of the Education for Peace III project funded by the European Commission and supported by the Association of Historical Dialogue and Research, POST Research Institute (POST RI) is delighted to invite you to a guided journey into the magical history and culture of the area of Morphou. The tour will be POST RI’s fourth and final study tour of the Education for Peace III project, following tours of Nicosia and Kyrenia and Famagusta.
This tour aims at introducing participants with various fascinating historical and archaeological sites in the area of Morphou’s and delving into its history from a multi-cultural perspective.
The well renowned archaeologist, Tuncer Bağışkan, will be providing participants with detailed knowledge of the sites throughout the day. Entrance tickets and lunch will be provided for all participants.
Teachers, students, educators and history lovers from across Cyprus are all welcome to partake in this intriguing journey!
Programme for the day
09.00: Participants meet at Ledra Palace checkpoint – northern part of Nicosia.
09.15: Coach departs. (Please note that the coach will leave promptly at 9:15).
(Participants wishing to join the tour at Morphou are welcome to do so – please contact the POST team to for further information of a meeting place and time).
Part 1: A morning of History, Nature and Archaeology!
10.00 – 13.00: The day will begin with a visit to the Morphou Nature and Archaeology Museum. After a short coffee break we will proceed to St. Mamas Church.
Part 2: Lunch!
13.00: A chance to rest and recharge!
Part 3: Archaeological Delights!
14.00 – 16.15: The afternoon will include a visit to Tumba Tou Skuru – a Bronze Age archaeological site. Following which, we will make our way to the Soli ruins and Vouni Palace
16.15: Departure from Morphou
17.00: Arrive at Nicosia
Places are limited, so please register your interest as soon as possible.
Registration deadline: Wednesday 16 June 2010
Please note that priority will be given to teachers, educators and students and unfortunately POST RI cannot guarantee that all those who register will be able to attend.
For further information and/ or to register, please contact:
info@postri.org and/or
Mehves Beyidoglu Onen – Tel: +90 542 873 9155 Email: mbeyidoglu@yahoo.co.uk
Shirin Jetha-Dagseven – Tel: +90 533 865 0702 Email: shirinjetha@hotmail.com
