A Traveler’s Notebook for Istanbul and the Balkans
First note: choose a feeling for the trip. Do you want busy city days, long scenic drives, historic streets or
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Customized Istanbul City Tour for Food Focused Travelers
Explore the city through flavor Food offers one of the most enjoyable ways to understand Istanbul. Each neighborhood has its
Plan a History Focused Escape from Bulgaria to Ephesus
Begin with a practical plan A journey through Bulgaria might include historic neighborhoods, traditional food, or time by the sea.
The Duties of the Ottoman Spahis During War
Gifts from the Sultan When the Ottoman Sultan personally led the army into battle, he followed an old imperial tradition
Changes in the Ottoman Military and Government
The Ottoman Empire at Its Greatest Strength During the reigns of famous sultans such as Selim I and Suleiman the
Marriage and Divorce in the Ottoman Empire
Marriage as a Legal Contract In this passage, the author continues his description of marriage and divorce among the Ottoman
The Life and Teachings of the Ebrbuharee Order
The Mission of Ebrbuhar and His Companions Ebrbuhar, a disciple of the spiritual teacher Nacshbende, traveled from Asia into Europe
Modern Sects Among the Turks
Throughout history, Islam has seen the rise of many sects, especially among the Turks. Each teacher or scholar often creates
Royal Mosques and Their Attached Institutions
Besides the grand buildings of the royal mosques themselves, many additional structures and facilities are connected to them. These include
Appearance of Friendship Toward Christianity
In this way, the early followers of Islam seemed to create a kind of agreement with Christianity. They showed themselves