The Ottoman Empire
The Ottoman Empire occupies a special place in the collective consciousness of the West, at once a dark star on
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Turkey
Turkish forts of Crete
The Ottoman Turks occupied the Greek island of Crete for almost 300 years after overthrowing the Venetians in the 17th century .
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Important Historical Sites of the Christian Empires
Discover 10 historical sites that made history during the Christian Empires – and still to this day tell stories of its rules and eventual downfall.
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Ancient trades: Ottoman life in Safranbolu Market, Turkey
Shopping Essentials Where: Safranbolu, near the Black Sea in Turkey What’s in store: Traditional trades & crafts preserved since Ottoman times Best
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Ancient Splendour: The city of Ephesus
The city of Ephesus, not far from SelV uk in Aegean Turkey, is one of the largest and best preserved classical sites in the world. Archaeological evidence suggests that the site was inhabited as early as 1000 BC, and three millennia later it continues to attract as many as 2 million visitors every year.
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