Man cannot discover new oceans unless he dares to lose sight of the shore. Andre Gide
One of the first things that attract the attention of many foreigners who visit Türkiye is countless cats that wander freely through the streets of the city. These cats, which can come across in parks, mosque courtyards, bookstores and even restaurants, are not only cute details; It is the living witnesses of a culture that …
Avocado is a fruit of Mexican origin and its history dates back to 10 thousand years BC. Also known as alligator pear, this fruit has an oval shape similar to a pear. Avocado, which draws attention with its rich nutritional values, is a fruit grown in tropical climates and is now grown successfully in the …
The rich cultural heritage of the Ottoman Empire is full of many traditions, both aesthetic and symbolic. One of these is the Nahıl Tree, which is frequently seen at weddings and festivals in the Ottoman Empire and creates a visual feast. at first glance Christmas treeThis ornamentation tradition, which resembles , carries meanings especially symbolizing …
Sabatay Sevi went down in history as a figure who attracted the most attention in Turkey and around whom countless legends emerged. Sevi, who declared himself the messiah in the second half of the 17th century, created great excitement among Jews all over the world, but the Ottoman administration remained indifferent to his statements and …
The Lake Van Monster has been a legend that has attracted the attention of locals and visitors for years. The origins of this legend are not limited to modern times, but go back deep into the past. The reliefs on the walls of Akdamar Church and the news in Ottoman-era newspapers make the story of …
The Ottoman Empire is known as a civilization that left its mark on world history not only with its political and military power, but also with its rich cultural heritage and traditions. Holidays were an important part of this rich heritage, and holiday celebrations had a special place in Ottoman society. Holiday, After Muslims migrated …
The Khashoggi Diamond is a unique diamond weighing 86 carats, exhibited in the Topkapi Palace Museum. This diamond is studded with 49 precious stones in a double row and is one of the most recognized diamonds worldwide. There is no definitive information about how and when the diamond entered the Ottoman treasury and why it …
Muhyiddin Ibn al-Arabi is an Islamic scholar and Sufi known for his mystical thoughts and deep philosophical perspective. However, his name is also often mentioned with his miracles. During and after Ibn Arabi’s lifetime, his miracles and predictions aroused great interest and became the subject of discussion. These predictions have attracted people’s curiosity and attention, …
The history of the Ottoman Empire, which ruled over three continents for more than 600 years, is full of mysteries. One of these mysteries is talismanic shirts. These shirts show the high level reached in the art of calligraphy and illumination with the writings and ornaments on them. At the same time, they reflect the …
The month of Ramadan, the sultan of eleven months, has always been greeted with great enthusiasm as one of the months rich in spirituality. The Qur’an, which is a guide for guidance for people, shows the right path, and is the clear proof of distinguishing between right and wrong, was revealed in the month of …
Supernatural or paranormal phenomena have existed throughout history. It is known that vampires feed on human blood, disturb people by coming out of their graves, and demons and witches in mythological stories are told by people. The Tarnova Incident; It is an interesting and mysterious event in the official newspaper of the Ottoman Empire. Tarnova …
Timur, a soldier and commander of Turkish-Mongol origin, is among the important military and political leaders in history. Timur established a great empire by dominating many settlements during his reign. His soldiers are claimed to have killed 17 million people in the 14th century. This figure corresponds to 5 percent of the world population of …