The Balkans Between the Stops
Our favorite memory from a regional journey was not tied to a famous landmark. It was a quiet stop along
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Customized Tour Istanbul for Food and Culture Lovers
Let your appetite shape the route Istanbul is a city where food and culture meet on almost every street. A
Explore Ephesus with a Guide During Your Bulgaria Travels
Add a deeper cultural experience Bulgaria is a strong starting point for a trip filled with history, local traditions, and
Inheritance of Zaim and Timariot Estates
Military Estates in Rumelia The Ottoman Empire had different rules for passing military estates from one generation to the next.
Ottoman Inns Hospitality and Good Works
Charity Through Public Buildings One of the greatest charitable traditions in the Ottoman Empire was the construction of public buildings
Polygamy Family Life and the Author’s Observations
Jealousy Among Multiple Wives In this passage, the author argues that one of the greatest problems in polygamous households was
Intoxication and Ecstasy Among Certain Dervishes
A Different Way of Life Among the various religious groups and dervish orders in the Ottoman Empire, some became known
Philosophical Debates and Divine Nature
Moderation among Scholars Some scholars in Islamic history tried to understand God using careful reasoning but without following strict rules
Payment for Legal Decisions (Fetfas)
When the Mufti gives legal decisions, which are called Fetfas, he does not personally receive any direct payment for them.
Opinions About the Honesty and Justice of the Turks
In this passage, the author expresses surprise at reading books that praise the honesty and justice of the Turks and