Saksagan
The Gate of Charisius and the Mesoteichion
The Gate of Charisius is located near a direct road that leads to the Imperial Cemetery, making its name very appropriate. The name may...
The Bazaars of Stamboul A Truly Turkish Experience
One of the most fascinating places in Constantinople (now Istanbul) is the bazaars of Stamboul, the old city. These marketplaces are uniquely Turkish and...
The Guilds of Constantinople A Living Tradition
In Constantinople (now Istanbul), many tradesmen and craftsmen still belong to traditional guilds. These guilds were once common all over Europe but disappeared in...
The Historic Khans of Constantinople
In old Constantinople (now Istanbul), there were around 180 khans — large, stone buildings designed to house traveling merchants. These structures are usually two...
German Investments in Turkish Lands
There are only a few German businesses in European Turkey. This is because chaos and unrest have kept away investors and settlers. People did...
Germany’s Role in Supporting the Sultan
Germany’s Influence in the Ottoman Empire
Germany is more responsible than other nations for the suffering in the Ottoman Empire. Its government supports the Sultan,...
The Silence of Europe
Ignoring the Cry for Help
People often ask: How long will European powers let the Sultan ignore them and continue the suffering in Macedonia? But...
Jesus Reveals Who He Is
Jesus introduces himself to the Christians in the city of Smyrna by saying, “I am the First and the Last. I am the one...
Diaspore Zultanite
Diaspore is a rare gemstone found in Turkey's Muğla Province. Notably, this gemstone exhibits a color-changing property, shifting from green to pink under different...
Amethyst in Balıkesir Province
Amethyst, a purple variety of quartz, is found in the Balıkesir-Dursunbey-Gücü region. The Alacam Amethyst Mining Company has been extracting amethyst crystals ranging from...
