The History of the Seraglio and the Fate of Sultans
From the time of Mohammed II, who conquered Constantinople in 1453, to Abdul Medjid in 1864, who moved to the brighter Dolma-Baghtcheh Palace on...
The Seraglio A Historical Landmark
The Seraglio of the Sultan is a vast group of buildings surrounded by a strong wall. It sits at the very tip of the...
Political Conspiracies and Power Struggles in Ottoman Turkey
The Source of All Conspiracies
All the conspiracies against the Sultan came from within his own circle of people and his immediate attendants. The threats...
Sultan Abdul Hamid II A Ruler Living in Fear
The Sultan's Reputation for Cowardice
Abdul Hamid II, who was the Sultan of Turkey and turned sixty years old in September 1902, had a reputation...
Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror’s Conquest Letters
Strengthening Bonds with Mecca
Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror continued the tradition of sending conquest letters, known as “be§aretname,” to announce the conquest of Istanbul. These...
Diplomatic Correspondence and Gift Exchange
Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror’s Announcement of the Conquest of Istanbul
Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror continued the tradition of announcing conquests to the Islamic world through...
Ottoman Diplomacy and Wealth
Accumulation During Sultan Murad II’s Reign
Diplomatic Endeavors and Treaty Agreements
During both periods of Sultan Murad II’s reign, the Ottomans were engaged in military campaigns...
Trip Suggestions on St. Pierre Church Route
Exploring Hatay’s Rich History
After the establishment of the independent government of Hatay in 1938, following the War of Independence and subsequent diplomatic negotiations, the...
Unraveling the Rich Tapestry of Hatay’s Ancient History
Hatay’s Rich Historical Legacy
Hatay stands as a testament to the ancient civilizations that have flourished in the region since time immemorial. With archaeological evidence...
Unraveling the Rich Tapestry of Hatay’s History and Culture
The Historic Journey of Hatay
Yavuz Sultan Selim’s conquest of Hatay in 1516 marked the beginning of Ottoman rule, which endured until 1918. During World...
