Bulgaria by Sea and at Your Own Pace
Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast has a different feel from the water. Beaches, resort towns and green stretches of shoreline unfold
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From Bulgaria to Istanbul for a Personal Food Journey
Let food lead the way Many travelers plan an Istanbul visit around major sights, but food can offer an equally
A journey beyond Bulgaria
Bulgaria offers Roman ruins, Black Sea beaches, mountain trails, and lively city squares. For travelers who want to add a
The Zaims Timariots and Volunteer Warriors
The Strength of the Ottoman Cavalry The previous estimates of the Zaims and Timariots provide the most reasonable picture of
Wine Youth and a Traditional Story about Its Prohibition
Attitudes Toward Wine in Ottoman Society In the Ottoman Empire, the consumption of wine was viewed differently depending on a
Ancient Description of the Sarmatians
Ancient writers described the Sarmatians, who are often connected with the Tatars, as brave and powerful horsemen. A Latin historian
Honor of Serving in the Royal Chamber
Those who, through the grace and favor of the Sultan, reached the dignity of serving in the Royal Chamber enjoyed
The Prime Vizier’s Procession to the Divan
When the Prime Vizier went to the Divan, which was a chamber inside the Seraglio palace, he was accompanied by
Alarm Spreads Through the Seraglio
In the midst of this fear and confusion, a guard of Black and White Eunuchs came quickly to the door
Dividends Paid by the Insurance Company “Bulgaria”
The insurance company “Bulgaria” showed strong and steady financial results during the years 1892 to 1904. One clear sign of