The Small Group Plan for a Yacht Day in Bulgaria
Small groups often want different things from a holiday. One traveler may want to swim, another may be happiest taking
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Personal Istanbul Tours for Culture Loving Travelers
Choose one cultural thread Istanbul is rich with art, history, architecture, and food. That abundance can make first time planning
Plan a Culture Rich Trip from Bulgaria to Ephesus
Make space for discovery Bulgaria offers a wide mix of experiences, from historic city centers to scenic rural routes. A
Customs and Traditions of the Zaims and Timariots
Rewards for Bravery The Ottoman military rewarded courage on the battlefield. Historical records describe an extraordinary event during the attack
Wine Consumption in the Ottoman Empire
Religious Teachings and Everyday Practice Islam clearly forbids the consumption of wine and other intoxicating drinks. The Ottoman Empire, as
The Capture of Thousands of Prisoners
In one single year, the Tatars were said to have captured one hundred and sixty thousand people. This number was
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