Istanbul to Bulgaria for a Private Balkan Trip
Istanbul can be a memorable part of a wider regional holiday. Its busy streets and historic neighborhoods offer a lively
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Customized Istanbul City Tour for Food Focused Travelers
Explore the city through flavor Food offers one of the most enjoyable ways to understand Istanbul. Each neighborhood has its
A Cultural Journey from Bulgaria to Ephesus
Add archaeology to your travel plans A Bulgaria holiday can take many forms, from city breaks to coastal escapes. For
The Pay and Discipline of the Ottoman Spahis
Discipline and Punishment The Ottoman Empire maintained strict discipline among its elite cavalry, the Spahis. Soldiers who committed serious crimes
Changes in the Ottoman Military and Government
The Ottoman Empire at Its Greatest Strength During the reigns of famous sultans such as Selim I and Suleiman the
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
Prohibition of the Art of Printing
The art of printing, a subject long debated as to whether it has brought more benefit or harm to the
The Unstable Nature of Power among the Turks
Stories like the one just told are common among the Turks. They clearly show how men are raised by fortune
The Queen’s Brutal Stripping
The Old Queen was attacked by furious young men who were eager to seize her treasures. In a matter of
The Solemn Inauguration of the Ottoman Emperor
Prayers for Wisdom and Prosperity At this sacred place, solemn prayers are offered that God will bless the new ruler