A Travel Journal for a More Personal Balkan Holiday
Day one begins with a question: what would make this trip feel like ours? That question can guide a customized
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Tour Guide Istanbul for a Lifestyle Inspired City Day
Build a day around how you like to travel Istanbul can be experienced in many ways. Some travelers want a
Ephesus Guides for Travelers Who Love the Small Details
Look beyond the famous views Many visitors arrive at Ephesus hoping to see its best known buildings. The Library of
The Fall of Hasan Ağa’s Rebellion
Hasan Ağa’s Appeal to the Sultan As Hasan Ağa and his followers approached Üsküdar, he claimed that his actions were
The Organization of the Ottoman Military
The Strength of the Ottoman Army The Ottoman Empire became one of the largest and most influential empires in history
The Importance of Concentration During Prayer
Complete Attention to Worship The original writer explains that Muslims should give their full attention to prayer. According to the
Initiation Rituals and the Kadri Order
The Initiation of New Members Those who wished to join this religious order were required to complete a period of
Atheism in Constantinople
It is remarkable to consider how many people in Constantinople hold atheistic beliefs. Many of these are Kadizade scholars, who
Sects and Heresies Among the Turks
It is commonly believed that there are seventy-two sects among the Turks, though the actual number is probably higher. The
Reward for Obedience
Mahomet, the Messenger of God, promised that Christians who faithfully follow the rules of the covenant will be rewarded. This