A More Personal Way to Explore the Balkans
A trip through the Balkans can be built around grand scenery, historic streets, relaxed meals or small discoveries along the
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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
Bulgaria and Guided Ephesus Tours for Curious Travelers
Discover a different chapter of your trip Bulgaria is a rewarding destination for travelers who enjoy historic cities, mountain views,
Auxiliary Forces of the Ottoman Empire
Allied Armies of the Ottoman Empire In addition to its regular military forces, the Ottoman Empire relied on several auxiliary
Charity Public Inns and Compassion in the Ottoman Empire
Magnificent Public Buildings Throughout the Ottoman Empire, some of the most impressive buildings were the caravanserais (also called khans), along
Marriage Religion and Foreign Women in the Ottoman Empire
Eunuchs and Marriage In this passage, the author describes a subject that he considered unusual: the marriage of eunuchs. A
Music and Controversy Among the Mevlevi Dervishes
The Sound of the Reed Flute The Mevlevi dervishes used a simple musical instrument made from a reed or cane
The Jabari Belief in Divine Determinism
In Islamic theology, one of the most opposed schools of thought to the Mu‘tazilites and other moderate thinkers is the
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.
The Custom of Seeking Legal Approval for War
This passage is written in old English and expresses the opinion of a historical writer about war, law, and political