Discover the Balkans on a Private Journey
A journey through the Balkans can bring together dramatic landscapes, lively city streets, quiet villages and layers of history. The
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Customized Tour Istanbul for Travelers with Limited Time
Make one day count A short stay in Istanbul can still feel rewarding when you plan with purpose. The city
Explore Ephesus with a Guide During Your Bulgaria Travels
Add a deeper cultural experience Bulgaria is a strong starting point for a trip filled with history, local traditions, and
The Spahis The Elite Cavalry of the Ottoman Empire
The Sultan’s Paid Cavalry So far, we have discussed the Ottoman cavalry who were supported by land grants and military
The Ottoman Military System and the Strength of the Empire
A Military Empire The Ottoman Empire became one of the most powerful states in world history largely because of its
The Difficult Condition of Wallachia
The state and condition of the province of Wallachia has been no better, and in many ways worse, than that
The Method of Turkish Studies in the Seraglio
In the earlier chapters, we have mainly described the education of young scholars in the Seraglio with regard to physical
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
Seizure of Goods and Abuse of Authority
In the service of the Grand Signior, goods belonging to merchants were sometimes taken without agreement or payment. These seizures
The Prince’s Support for an Art School
In 1887, the Bulgarian Prince held a conversation with the artist Ivan Angeloff, who had organized an exhibition of his