Let's Visit Turkey

What is this lesson about?

This Turkey travel ESL lesson plan introduces intermediate learners (B1–B2) to the landmarks, culture, and cuisine of Turkey. Students explore iconic sites such as Cappadocia, Ephesus, and the Blue Mosque, while tasting dishes like baklava, menemen, and kebap. With a quiz, video activity, landmark and food matching, and a natural dialogue, this lesson builds travel vocabulary, reading comprehension, and speaking fluency in an engaging, real-world context.

How do students learn the new language?

Learners follow a clear sequence of interactive activities:

• Warm-up discussion & quiz to activate knowledge.

• Video activity & landmark matching with eight famous sites.

• Food vocabulary match-up with traditional Turkish dishes.

• Cultural insights into hammam, Turkish tea, nazarlık, and Ramadan iftar.

• Reading dialogue with idioms like a feast for the eyes and made my jaw drop.

• Comprehension & speaking practice to connect vocabulary to real experiences.

• Final reflections for personal engagement.

  
  

Why is this lesson useful?

By the end of the session, students can:

• Talk confidently about Turkey’s culture, food, and landmarks.

• Use natural travel expressions in authentic conversations.

• Build fluency through discussion-led practice.

• Deepen cultural awareness while improving vocabulary and comprehension.

  
  

Who is it for?

This Turkey travel ESL lesson plan is perfect for B1–B2 adult learners. Teachers looking for engaging lessons that combine language, travel, and culture will find it classroom-ready for both online and in-person teaching.