A R O G ’ S STORY : FR M “ G O R A ” T “ İ S T A N B U L ”...

It was 29th May “ARAS” was bored at home because it was really hot outside. He had no homework to do. So, he decided to chat on the Internet. He went into a chat room called “Far from the Space!” He started to chat with a boy called “AROG”. Arog said he was living in the planet called “GORA” but he was looking for a better place to live in. Aras talked about İstanbul. Arog was very interested. Aras invited Arog to this beautiful city. Arog came in 5 seconds Here is their trip in İstanbul...

Arog : It looks great! What is this? Aras : It is the “Topkapı Palace.” It was built by Mehmet II. It was the residence of the Ottoman Sultans for a long time. Now it is a museum.

Arog : It looks like Dolmabahçe Palace. What is this? Aras : It is the “Beylerbeyi Palace.” It was built in It was a summer residence for the Ottoman Sultans.

Big Island

Aras : So, what do you think about İstanbul, my friend ? Arog : I’m really impressed. This is a wonderful city. Everything is spectacular. Just a minute, I’m going to phone my family and my friends. (two minutes later) OK, they are coming. They will be here soon. My father wants a big flat in a very tall building. It must be near the airport. You know, we will sometimes have short trips in our spaceship! Thank you very much, my friend. Aras : My pleasure. Welcome to İstanbul, AROG !