From Bulgarian Beach to Open Water
A beach holiday gives you a familiar view of the sea: the water ahead, the sand behind and the shoreline
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Personal Istanbul Tours from Bulgaria for a Better City Break
Choose a trip shaped around you Travelers from Bulgaria often look to Istanbul for a short cultural escape filled with
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 Timar System and Its Decline
Sultan Suleiman’s Military Reforms The Timar system was organized by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent as one of the most effective
The Ottoman Prohibition of Pork and Wine
Religious Rules in the Ottoman Empire The Ottoman Empire followed the teachings of Islam, and religion played an important role
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
Increase in Pay and Advancement
As the pages advanced in rank and responsibility, their pay and daily allowance also increased. At first, they received only
The Origin of the Office of the First Vizier
The first clear example in history of the office of the First Vizier can be found during the reign of
The Fear of the Young Sultan
When the danger became clear, the Grand Signior, who was still a child, broke down in fear and sorrow. He
The Growth of the Insurance Company “Balkan”
In 1898, a special law was passed that included the shares of the insurance company “Balkan” in the official list