{"id":7372,"date":"2024-10-01T12:09:27","date_gmt":"2024-10-01T09:09:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bilkentnews.bilkent.edu.tr\/?p=7372"},"modified":"2024-10-02T09:58:32","modified_gmt":"2024-10-02T06:58:32","slug":"the-international-chronicles-41","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bilkentnews.bilkent.edu.tr\/?p=7372","title":{"rendered":"The International Chronicles\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>BY MAH\u0130R HASSAN M\u0130AN (ECON\/II)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Name:<\/strong> Maham Fatima&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Department: <\/strong>Management&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Country of Origin: <\/strong>Pakistan&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What were your first impressions about T\u00fcrkiye?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was honestly impressed by its rich culture, history and stunning landscapes. It beautifully blends Eastern and Western influences.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What do you like best about Bilkent and T\u00fcrkiye?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The vibe; I feel at home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Are there any similarities between Turkey and your home country?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They both have beautiful landscapes. If you compare the northern areas of Pakistan and some of the beautiful cities of Turkey, you\u2019ll realize that they both have captivating beauty.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What will you miss most about Bilkent\/T\u00fcrkiye?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Campus life, dorm life and my friends.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s your favorite place on campus, and why?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bilka hill. It\u2019s where I met all my friends, and we have a lot of memories there.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s your favorite Turkish food and why?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019d say one of the standout Turkish dishes has to be kebabs. They\u2019re so flavorful and come in various styles, like adana and shish.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where do you expect to see yourself 10 years from now?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 10 years, I expect to use the knowledge I gain from my Bilkent experience to have a successful career as an entrepreneur.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s one thing you learned from Turkish culture?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing that I\u2019ve learned from Turkish culture and Pakistani culture is the importance of hospitality. The tradition of welcoming guests warmly and offering food and drinks reflects a deep sense of community and connection.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What places have you visited in T\u00fcrkiye, and which one is your favorite?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have visited \u0130stanbul, Konya, Cappadocia, Antalya, Marmaris, Bolu, Nall\u0131han and Fethiye. 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