Beneath the boughs of Çamlık Park stands a tribute to a mind that championed our Earth. The Prof. Dr. Kriton Curi heykeli, a statue erected in 1996, remembers a remarkable Kadıköy professor. Kriton Curi, whose life ended in 1996, dedicated his career to environmental technologies at Boğaziçi University. His influence reached far beyond the classroom. He garnered national and international acclaim for his environmental work, becoming a prominent figure in Turkish environmentalism. The Prof. Dr. Kriton Curi heykeli isn’t just a statue. It’s a testament to a life devoted to protecting our planet. The statue, a collaborative effort between professors of Marmara University and Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, stands as a reminder of his legacy. Sculpted by Vedat Somay, the Prof. Dr. Kriton Curi heykeli captures the essence of a man who shaped environmental awareness in Turkey. It’s a quiet tribute, nestled within the greenery he so passionately advocated for, inviting contemplation on the impact one person can have on the world.
Ataköy 1. Kısım Mahallesi
Ataköy 1 Kısım a peaceful residential area. Its history is interwoven with the broader story of Ataköy. Ataköy itself began