The Religious Sites and Walls at the Sixth Hill
Two important religious sites—the Church of Blachernae and the Church of St. Nicholas—were located at the foot of the western spur of the Sixth...
The Defensive Lines
The Defensive Lines Around the Western Spur of the Sixth Hill
There were three main lines of fortification built around the western spur of the...
Honest Leadership in the Macedonian Committee
The current leaders of the Macedonian Committee are patriotic, honest, and unselfish. They work sincerely to help the people who suffer in the Turkish...
The Third Cause of Corruption and Lawlessness
The third and worst cause of corruption and lawlessness in the Ottoman Empire is connected to a terrible event: the massacres in Armenia and...
The Rise of Absolute Power
One of the biggest problems in the Ottoman Empire is the concentration of all power in Constantinople. Over the years, the Sultan, Abdul Hamid,...
Use and Study of Turkish Gemstones in Jewelry and Prayer Beads
Fashion Trends and Gemstone Preferences
In today’s fast-changing jewelry market, companies must constantly adapt to new fashion trends and consumer preferences. This also applies to...
Authentic Semi-Precious and Precious Gemstones of Turkey
Special Emphasis on the Ones Preferred for Prayer Beads
Turkey is renowned for its rich geological diversity, which has led to the discovery of various...
The Fall of the Communist Regime in Bulgaria
The Beginning of the End On 10 November 1989, Todor Zhivkov, who ruled Bulgaria for over 30 years as the Secretary General of the...
The Long Journey to the Han
We kept asking, "How much further to the han?" but the answers were never clear. After ten more minutes, we continued walking. Half an...
Rough Experiences in the Mountains
A Hard Journey Begins
Although it was a relief to escape the sickness of Berat, the road ahead offered no excitement. The path was narrow,...
