A Day by Day Idea for a Bulgaria Vacation
Before you leave: decide how you want the trip to feel. Some travelers want active days with plenty to see,
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Daily Istanbul Tour for Solo Travelers
Travel with confidence and curiosity Solo travel in Istanbul can be exciting because you are free to follow your own
A Food and History Walk in Ephesus
Explore more than architecture Travel often becomes more memorable when it connects a place with everyday life. Ephesus is famous
The Duties of the Janissary Officers and Family Life
The Cook’s Important Role Within each Janissary chamber, the cook (Aşçı) held a position that was far more important than
Auxiliary Military Forces in the Ottoman Empire
More Than the Regular Army The Ottoman Empire relied not only on its famous Janissaries, Sipahis, and Timariots but also
The Government of Baghdad (Babylon)
The Government of Baghdad, also called Babylon, was one of the most important provinces of the Ottoman Empire in the
Rebellions Among the Pashas
Throughout Ottoman history, there were occasional revolts by powerful Pashas who commanded their own armies. One notable example is when
Discipline and Obedience
The Turks believe that those who know how to obey are best prepared to govern. At first, young men in
The Fate of the Sultan’s Consorts After His Death
After the death of the Grand Signior, different rules applied to the women of the Seraglio depending on whether they
The Vizier Faces the Janissary Leaders
A Cold and Calculated Reception When the Grand Vizier arrived at the mosque, Bektas Aga did not come forward to