Repairs on the Theodosian Walls
The Theodosian Walls of Constantinople were some of the strongest city walls in the medieval world. Keeping these walls in good condition was extremely...
The Kerko Porta and Its Discrepancies
The history of the Kerko Porta is a bit confusing due to a key issue. According to the historian Ducas, the Kerko Porta led...
The Sultan’s Sons Family Tensions and Royal Favorites
Prince Selim's Fall from Grace
Several years ago, Prince Selim made a serious mistake that changed his relationship with his father forever. He used disrespectful...
Sultan Abdul Hamid’s Children
A Royal Family Under Control
The Sultan's Ten Children
Sultan Abdul Hamid II had ten children in total - five sons and five daughters. His sons...
A Story of Tragedy and Isolation
The Tragic Death of Princess Fatma Sultana
The Sultan's elder sister, Princess Fatma Sultana, suffered from severe mental illness and died in 1892. Her condition...
A Possible Answer
Maybe I couldn't say for sure, but I suggested that since the Turks had gained this land by force, they might lose it in...
The Medrasa and Its Students
On a rocky hill, there is a medrasa, or monastery, where 300 men are training to become Muslim priests. They come here when they...
Smuggling in Kavala
A lot of smuggling happens in Kavala. The interesting part of the situation is that many local officials are involved in smuggling themselves. ...
Exploring Historic Mosques in Karaman
Sıddetin Ali Bey Mosque A Seljuk Gem
Nestled in Karaman’s Turgut Özal Avenue, the Sıddetin Ali Bey Mosque stands as a testament to Seljuk architecture....
Exploring Karaman’s Historic Fortifications and Architectural Gems
Başdağ Castle A Strategic Stronghold
Perched atop Mount Başdağ near Kilbasan town, Başdağ Castle boasts military structures and a reservoir. The castle’s towers, predominantly round...
