Mount Ida (Kaz Dağları) is the sacred mountain where Zeus watched the Trojan War from its peaks, where the gods gathered, and where the first beauty contest in history took place. For thousands of years, this mountain has inspired myths, poetry, and folk tales, serving both as a watchtower of war and as a symbol of fertility and life.

In this single 45+45 minute session, we will embark on a journey from mythological depictions to modern poetry. Together, we will explore both the ancient perception of gods and mountains, and the connections this heritage builds with the present day.

• Key mythological scenes set on Mount Ida
• The Judgment of Paris and the first beauty contest in history
• The sacredness of mountains and nature symbolism
• The image of Ida in modern literature
• The echoes of a 3,000-year-old heritage today

Date: September 18, 2025
Venue: Google Meet
Duration: 45+45 minutes – approximately (10-minute break)
Format: Talk, text readings, and participant contributions

Note: The session will address contemporary contexts from a mythological and cultural perspective, without engaging directly in political debate.