A Flexible Travel Plan for Discovering Bulgaria
The best travel plan is one you can enjoy while you are living it. For some visitors, that means seeing
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Walking Tours Istanbul for Travelers Who Enjoy Hidden Corners
Look past the main route Istanbul has major landmarks that deserve their reputation, yet some of the best travel moments
A Walking Tour Ephesus Experience for Curious Travelers
Begin with a comfortable plan A walking tour is a natural way to experience Ephesus. The ancient city is best
The Recruitment and Training of the Janissaries
The Early Janissary System As Ensar Tour Guide often explains during visits to Ottoman historical sites, the Janissaries were one
Land and Naval Service in the Ottoman Military
Soldiers on Land and at Sea The Ottoman Empire maintained both a powerful land army and an important naval force.
Georgia and Mingrelia under Ottoman Rule
Some provinces of Georgia, which was once called Iberia, and the poor country of Mingrelia were also tributaries of the
The Government of Tripoli of Syria
The thirteenth province was the Government of Tarabolos al-Sham, also known as Tripoli of Syria. This province was located on
The Organization of the Women’s Chambers
Just as the Pages of the Seraglio are divided into two chambers, so too are the young women divided into
The Rise of Janissary Power
The Retreat of the Spahis After failing to achieve their demands, the Spahis withdrew and scattered to their own regions.
The Careful Choice of Officers
The Turks were very careful in choosing their officers. They preferred to be served by men they had raised and