The Small Group Plan for a Yacht Day in Bulgaria
Small groups often want different things from a holiday. One traveler may want to swim, another may be happiest taking
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A Slow Day in Istanbul for Visitors from Bulgaria
Start with less on the schedule A good day in Istanbul does not need to begin with a packed plan.
A journey beyond Bulgaria
Bulgaria offers Roman ruins, Black Sea beaches, mountain trails, and lively city squares. For travelers who want to add a
The Military of Ottoman Buda
The Frontier Soldiers of the Ottoman Empire The exact number of Zaims and Timariots serving in the Ottoman provinces of
The Ottoman Prohibition of Pork and Wine
Religious Rules in the Ottoman Empire The Ottoman Empire followed the teachings of Islam, and religion played an important role
The Author’s Views on Polygamy and Population Growth
Why the Author Thought Polygamy Was Allowed In this passage, the author tries to explain why he believed polygamy was
The Haireti Sect
Another sect, very different from the one mentioned before, is called the Haireti. The name means “amazed” or “uncertain.” The
Debates about the Nature of God
Religious Arguments among Sects Many of the religious sects mentioned earlier strongly defended their own beliefs. Because of these disagreements,
The Sultan and the Mufti in Matters of State
In affairs of the state, the Sultan often asks for the opinion of the Mufti, especially when dealing with very
The Power of Muscovy
The Muscovite ruler, or Tsar of Russia, has a great reputation and is highly respected by the Turks. He is