The Royal Mosques of Constantinople
The royal mosques of Constantinople are among the most famous and magnificent religious buildings in the empire. Some of the […]
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Background A Time of Religious Change
In the early period of Islam, which the writer calls “Mahometanism,” the religion was still new and not yet strong.
The Sultan’s Throne
The throne of the Grand Sultan was raised slightly above the floor and supported by four pillars covered in gold.
The Morning After the Wedding
Early in the morning, the bridegroom was called by his friends to go to the bath. This was part of
Trade Relations with Austria-Hungary and Belgium
This article reviews Bulgaria’s trade relations with Austria-Hungary and Belgium during three five-year periods: 1890–1894, 1895–1899, and 1900–1904. The data