A More Personal Day on the Bulgarian Coast
A day by the sea can be peaceful, lively or somewhere in between. In Bulgaria, a private yacht outing offers
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Personal Istanbul Tours from Bulgaria for a Better City Break
Choose a trip shaped around you Travelers from Bulgaria often look to Istanbul for a short cultural escape filled with
Bulgaria to Ephesus for Architecture and Ancient Streets
Look beyond the usual route Many Bulgaria itineraries focus on historic cities, mountain landscapes, and the coast. Travelers who want
The Ottoman Garrison of Buda
The Military Strength of Buda During the Ottoman period, Buda was one of the empire’s most important frontier cities. It
Coffeehouses Taverns and Public Life in the Ottoman Empire
Different Attitudes Toward Wine and Coffee Life in the Ottoman Empire was influenced by religion, culture, and social customs. While
Concubines Marriage and Family Honor in the Ottoman Empire
Concubines and Female Slaves The author explains that, according to Ottoman custom and Islamic law as he understood it, a
The Diversity of Religious Opinions in the Ottoman Empire
We shall not continue with a longer list of these religious sects, because it may become too tiring and unpleasant
Sects and Religious Differences among Muslims
All Muslims, depending on the country where they live, usually follow one of the four main schools of Islamic law
Qualifications of the Emaums
The Emaums, or local parish priests, must meet certain basic requirements before they can serve in their office. First, they
The Treachery of the Treaty of 1604
The passage describes an event from the year 1604 and presents it as an example of treachery during peace negotiations.