Aşure (Noah’s Pudding) – A Traditional Turkish Dessert

Aşure, also known as Noah’s Pudding, is one of Turkey’s most cherished traditional desserts. It is a symbol of unity, sharing, and cultural heritage. According to legend, the dessert was first made on Noah’s Ark using the last remaining ingredients after the Great Flood. Today, it is prepared especially during the month of Muharram and shared with neighbors, family, and friends to promote peace and togetherness.

This unique dessert is made by combining a variety of ingredients such as wheat, beans, chickpeas, dried fruits, nuts, and spices. Its rich mixture represents abundance and diversity. Aşure is naturally vegan, nutritious, and enjoyed both warm and cold.

More than just a dessert, Aşure reflects the spirit of Turkish hospitality and the tradition of sharing. It brings people together and celebrates the cultural richness of Turkey.

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It can be said that these celebrations are held every year to renew harmony and love among these different denominations.

is one of the famous dishes in Jordanian heritage.

It is a symbol of our heritage and culture.

This favorite dish is made from local lamb, Jordanian jameed (dried yogurt), rice, and shrak bread.

It is more than just food; it reflects the spirit of Jordanian hospitality and the tradition of sharing.

It brings people together with joy and love.

This theatrical synthetic spectacle originated in the 11th-12th centuries. In this dance, the women dance like a swan, while the men perform various songs without moving their bodies. The Georgian dance is the highest expression of love, respect, tenderness, and at the same time, restraint.

The strictly established rules of Georgian dance will amaze any viewer:

The man shows modesty towards the woman in all his movements, and he should not touch her clothes even with his scars

The woman starts the dance and the initiative is in the hands of the woman

The boy must guess all the woman's "wishes"

The boy only looks at the woman throughout the dance

Until the woman finishes the dance, the boy does not allow himself to leave the dance

The woman signals the end of the dance by nodding her head, and the boy responds with the same movement

Rumi – A Man of Love and Peace

Rumi was a famous poet and Sufi teacher who lived in Konya, Türkiye. He taught people to love each other and to look for peace in their hearts. His poems talk about kindness, hope, and understanding.

Rumi’s most famous book is the Masnavi. His words still inspire millions of people today. The Whirling Dervishes, connected to Rumi’s teachings, perform a special spiritual dance to show the journey of the soul.

Rumi’s message is simple: Come with love and an open heart.

The idea of ​​launching a space object from Earth, which would take various information about the Earth, came to American scientist and TV presenter Carl Sagan in the late 70s of the 20th century. This idea was implemented by NASA, which launched the Voyager spacecraft into space. On the "Golden Disc" placed in it, along with various information, only 27 musical compositions were selected, and among them was our Georgian folk treasure "Chakrulo".

   "Chakrulo" is a Georgian folk choral song. No one knows exactly who and when created this text, it is a part of us, it is in every Georgian. We don't just listen to these songs. At this time, our blood boils and our heart is about to burst. When we hear a Georgian song, it seems as if every cell follows the sound of this melody. Because it is part of the soul of our nation. And we are the children of this nation-talented, proud and strong…   

The content of the mountain dance is based on a passionate rivalry. In Mtiuluri, a competition takes place between two groups of dancers. This is a real celebration of martial arts and mastery. The dance “Mtiuluri” originated in a specific corner of Georgia, in Mtiuluri, and should not be confused with other mountain dances. For example, Mokheves, Tushes, Khevsurs, Pshavelis, Gudamakrelis, Mtiuluri - all are mountain people, but not all are M T I U L E B I . From this it follows: Mokheuri, Tusheris, Pshauri, Khevsuruli, Gudamakrelis dances are Mtiuluri (in the broad sense), that is, mountain dances, but the dance “Mtiuluri” is specifically a mountain dance.

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Maia Usufashvili

Alilo was widespread throughout Georgia and was performed in its own way in every corner. The song is based on a pagan tune. “Alilo,” it seems, was later named (from Alleluia). It is assumed that the common name for Christmas and Easter songs was chona.

The tradition of Alilo in Georgia has a long history, which was broken only once in the history of Georgia - after the Sovietization of Georgia. In the 1990s, His Holiness and Beatitude Ilia II restored it. Nowadays, Alilo is celebrated after the festive liturgy, when parishioners of many churches join the Alilo procession.

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Maia Usufashvili

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These events help us introduce Turkish culture and traditions to people from different countries.

Folk dances are an important part of our cultural heritage. Through these performances, our students represent our country and share our traditions with the world. Participating in international events also helps students learn about different cultures, develop self-confidence, and enhance their teamwork skills.

Our school is proud to keep Turkish folk dances alive and to promote our culture on an international level.

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