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In 1921, the Bulgarian Women's Union (BWU) changed its goals to focus on achieving full civil and political rights for women, including the right...

In the 1890s, women's societies in Bulgaria began to push for equal education for girls and boys in high school. They wanted the same...

Women's organizations in Bulgaria were created as a result of internal changes in society, but foreign influences also played a role in changing traditional...

In Sultan Murad IV’s era, regular remittances of provincial treasuries to Istanbul were commonplace. However, a dispute arose between Algeria and Tunis regarding taxation...

Justice and Retribution In a display of justice and retribution, Sultan Murad IV ordered the execution of Grand Vizier Kemankeş Ali Pasha, confiscating all his...

Amidst various historical events, the Imperial fleet’s successful venture yielded a substantial booty of thirty thousand gold florins from European ships, enriching Istanbul’s coffers. Tragic...

Turkey’s Naval Museum stands as a testament to the country’s rich maritime heritage. With a vast collection of nearly 20,000 artifacts, it ranks among...

Oskudar A Glimpse into Ottoman Majesty Oskudar, a residential district thriving during the Ottoman era, serves as one of Istanbul’s key centers for Ottoman-era monuments....

Zeyrek Church Mosque, situated in the Zeyrek neighborhood, derives its name from its location. Built during the Byzantine era between 1124 and 1137, it...

Istanbul daily tours – The earliest-known settlement in the area, which people now know as Istanbul, was probably founded around 1000 BC. Its name...