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Classics is one of the subjects that can be difficult to bring to life in the classroom, but you can help to foster enthusiasm among your students by booking school tours to Turkey. The area has a rich history that involves many of the great civilisations and there is still plenty of evidence of that to be found today. The land that is now the Republic of Turkey was once home to great Greek cities, Roman and Byzantine settlements, and some of the most important centres of the Ottoman Empire. Much has been done to preserve its history and the country is packed with fascinating archaeological sites. One of the main reasons to choose Turkey for classics tours is the opportunity to visit Troy. Not only was this the location for the Trojan War, it also plays a large role in Homer's epic poems The Iliad and The Odyssey. It no longer exists as a city in its own right, but 19th century archaeologists managed to locate its original site. Digs have since uncovered lots of evidence of Greek and Roman settlements, making it a fascinating place to visit. Another destination you will not want to miss is the ancient city of Pergamum, which has a history so long it is mentioned in the Book of Revelation. It was a renowned centre for commerce and culture in Greek times, but later fell into disrepair. The remains of Pergamum have been uncovered at a number of sites near to the modern city of Bergama and you will be able to see the ruins of the Acropolis, Hellenistic Theatre, Sanctuary of Athena and Temple of Trajan. You may also wish to add other ancient cities to the itinerary for your classics tour, such as Ephesus and Aphrodisias. Alternatively, you may prefer to give your students the opportunity to learn about some more modern history by taking them to the Gallipoli peninsula, the location of an infamous World War I battle. One place where your party will be able to see both modern and ancient attractions is the cosmopolitan city of Istanbul. After touring the bustling bazaars, you can take your students to see the beautiful Sultan Ahmet Mosque - which is known locally as the Blue Mosque due to its interior design - and Chora Church. For a little Roman history, make sure you visit the remains of the Hippodrome of Constantinople. You will not see any chariot racing at the arena built in 203 these days, but you will be treated to the sight of the Walled Obelisk and Serpent Column. For classics tours that bring the subject to life, take a look at the school tours on offer from Equity School Travel.
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