How to Plan a Private Balkan Trip That Fits Your Pace
Planning a multi-stop holiday can be exciting, but it can also become complicated when every day is packed. A Private
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Customized Tour Istanbul for First Time Visitors
Begin with your own travel priorities Istanbul is a city where one day can hold grand landmarks, quiet streets, waterfront
From Bulgaria to Ephesus for a Guided History Walk
Begin with a clear travel plan A trip through Bulgaria can include lively cities, quiet villages, and scenic landscapes. If
The Power of the Beys in Ottoman Egypt
The Influence of the Egyptian Beys The twelve Beys of Egypt were among the most powerful men in the Ottoman
Charity Public Inns and Compassion in the Ottoman Empire
Magnificent Public Buildings Throughout the Ottoman Empire, some of the most impressive buildings were the caravanserais (also called khans), along
Moldavia and Its Early Submission
Moldavia, which the Turks called “Eugdan,” first became a tributary state under Sultan Mehmed the Great. At that time, the
Age and Readiness for High Office
Before ending this chapter, it is important to note that no one was promoted from the Seraglio without special favor
The Danger and Glory of the Highest Office
The office of the Prime Vizier was not only the highest position of duty and trust in the empire, but
Order Restored Inside the Seraglio
Inside the Seraglio, everything was now brought into good order. After the morning prayers were finished, the Baltagees—a special guard
Limited Role of Historical Painting
Historical painting has played only a small role in Bulgarian art. After the early and specialized efforts of Nicolas Pavlovitch,