From Kozy-Korpesh to Romeo and Juliet: Exploring the Power of Love Across Continents As a traveler, I have been fortunate enough to explore many lands and cultures, each with their own unique stories and legends. Over the course of three years, I encountered several tales of tragic love, each leaving a deep impression on me.Continue reading “Forbidden Love and Tragic Tales: A Journey Through Ancient Myths and Modern Pop Culture”
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Exploring the Cumbas of Istanbul: A Creative Architectural Solution to Limited Space
Walking on a typical Istanbul street, as if any street in Istanbul could ever be considered typical, is like stepping back in time. How far back in time just depends on which corner you turn. The cobblestone roads lined with Ottoman-era buildings; bakeries, mosques, spice souqs and fake luxury shops, fish markets beside tool shops,Continue reading “Exploring the Cumbas of Istanbul: A Creative Architectural Solution to Limited Space”
The Beauty and Science of Ottoman Astronomy.
The Fascinating World of Ottoman Astronomy: Illuminated Manuscripts and Beyond During the Ottoman era, Istanbul was home to a thriving community of astronomers and scientists. These scholars were fascinated by the stars and the mysteries of the universe, and they spent their lives studying the skies and recording their observations. One of the most strikingContinue reading “The Beauty and Science of Ottoman Astronomy.”
The Iconic Ottoman Explorers who wandered the Empire
The Ottoman Empire was a vast and powerful state that stretched from the Balkans to the Middle East and beyond. During its long and storied history, the Ottoman Empire was home to a number of intrepid explorers who ventured forth to discover new lands and peoples. These explorers hailed from all walks of life andContinue reading “The Iconic Ottoman Explorers who wandered the Empire”
The History and Design of Istanbul’s Grand Post Office
In the historical peninsula, a city heritage shines right in the middle of the famous route from Sultanhamam Street to Mahmutpasa at one end and from Ankara Street to Babiali at the other end; Sirkeci Grand Post Office building. This work, which is located at the most vivid and crowded part of the city, hasContinue reading “The History and Design of Istanbul’s Grand Post Office”
Jordan’s Hejaz Railway depicts an Ottoman legacy
The Jordanian Hejaz Railway, which connects Damascus and Amman to Medina in Saudi Arabia, is a historic example of Ottoman creativity that has made the spiritual journey easier for Muslim pilgrims. The Hejaz railway line is one of the oldest in the region and the world. It was built in 1902 during the reign ofContinue reading “Jordan’s Hejaz Railway depicts an Ottoman legacy”
We visit the Historic Topkapi Palace in Istanbul Turkey
A visitors guide to Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. The Topkapı Palace (Turkish: Topkapı Sarayı) is an expansive museum in the east of the Fatih district of Istanbul in Turkey. We start our tour at the Gate of Salutation, the grand entrance to the Second courtyard of the fortress. A walk through the sultans gate andContinue reading “We visit the Historic Topkapi Palace in Istanbul Turkey”
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