Chasing Nature - Journey to the Green Areas of Istanbul

In Pursuit of Nature - Journey to the Green Areas of Istanbul Book Description Which trees can I see the most in Istanbul? How to do bird watching? How do I measure the height of a tree? Why are there so many aqueducts in Istanbul? Do otters play? How can I distinguish one red pine from the others? I distinguish? With which creatures do I share Istanbul? Eagle, deer, dolphin? How well do you know the natural life in Istanbul? How about exploring the natural areas of the big city and getting to know the magnificent richness of life it contains? As you wander through the pages of this book designed to guide you, you will discover nine valuable natural areas that stand out with their ecosystem features in Istanbul. The new information you will gain about the species living in these areas will enable you to get to know the nature of the city closely and improve your perspective on it. Colorful drawings and fun activity suggestions will accompany you on this journey of discovery full of surprises. ÇEKÜL Foundation was established in 1990 to protect the natural, historical and cultural assets of our country. ÇEKÜL, which has been an advocate of the vital harmony between nature-culture-human since its establishment, has adopted an approach that opens up from the smallest settlement to the whole country, with the projects and programs it has implemented with the slogan "We Exist with Nature and Culture". ÇEKÜL continues to work to protect the natural and cultural heritage with its volunteer representatives and expert staff, with the permanent traces it leaves in Anatolian cities. (From the Promotional Bulletin)