It was about two months ago. An amazing thing happened and one of my dreams came true!

Everybody has a desire of seeing different countries or cities in the world. Those who are determined make their dreams true someday. As one of my friends says if a person wants something badly enough then they will get what they want, all they have to do is believe in themselves and believe that one day it will happen. This is something like an invisible rule of the world.

I was dreaming to see two countries: Germany and Greece. It is obvious enough that both of them have played an important role in the Turkish history and in the world history. That was one of the reasons of my desire. I was once so close to see Germany, but let’s say my luck didn’t let me to fulfill it! When it comes to the amazing thing I mentioned above, I got the chance to see “Athens”, the capital of Greece, the city of Athena, the center of entertainment or whatever you call it!

It is a city that presents you the values coming from the past and also anything that a modern city has. That reminded me what Great Alexander has created a new culture by merging East and West! Unbelievable buildings showing impressive architecture were everywhere in the city and of course the beauty of Acropolis takes you to a trip in the past. It was a great pleasure to watch the whole city from there. Unforgettable moments start and you don’t want to leave that view! You don’t want to wake up! It’s a strange feeling to watch the whole city is as excited as walking on its streets!

I woke up when I found myself sitting in a cafe in the center of the city. Sure Athens has some negativeness as all the modern cities have such as traffic jam and too many motorbikes. But if you can succeed to hear the song of the city, you don’t mind all the mess you may face! It isn’t so difficult; just let yourself to get lost! I think the amazing buildings I saw would never seem that beautiful if people living in the city had no soul! Everything I saw was much more glorious thanks to its friendly people. I did know there was no problem between the Turkish people and the Greek people, but it was satisfied to see this truth with my own eyes!

Yes, Athens is an interesting city, to me twice interesting for Turks. Greek music can take you to wherever you want. It can make you smile or sensitive depending on your mood. It’s a very safe city too as it is defended by goddess located everywhere in the city. But beyond all of these; It is really bright like stars!

Hale Nur AKKUS

haleakkus@hotmail.com

22/02/2003