Planning Questions for an Istanbul and Bulgaria Holiday
A Private Balkan Trip can be planned in many ways, so it helps to make a few decisions before choosing
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Customized Istanbul City Tour for History and Architecture Fans
Follow the buildings through time Istanbul has a skyline shaped by centuries of history. Its domes, towers, public squares, old
Discover Ephesus with a Guide on Your Bulgaria Travels
Bring variety to a regional holiday Bulgaria offers travelers a rich mix of culture, landscapes, and historic sites. For an
Weapons and Skills of the Ottoman Spahis
The Arms of the Ottoman Cavalry The Spahis, the elite cavalry of the Ottoman Empire, were famous for their skill
The Ottoman Empire Change Expansion and Endurance
A Changing Empire Like many great empires in history, the Ottoman Empire changed over time. Early European writers often observed
Military Duties of the Princes
The princes of the three provinces mentioned before were not only required to pay tribute to the Grand Signior, but
Religious Instruction and Translation
Many of the students devoted themselves to books that treated the matters of faith and religious law. These works were
A Humble Man in Trouble
Among those affected by the shortage of meat was a dervish, who worked as a cook for a chamber of
Princes and the Rule of Law
Authority Above Punishment, Not Above Order The saying “Et si legibus solutissimus, tamen legibus vivimus” means this: although princes are
The Crowd Restrained but Not Calmed
This action restrained the boldness of some who had been ready to lay violent hands upon the woman. Yet the