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A Turkish Welcome
Not long before my arrival, Bulgarian revolutionaries had tried to help their friends in Macedonia by blowing up a bridge on the railway line to Constantinople. Now, the Turks were on high alert, watching...
The Bustling Streets of Adrianople
The scenes in Adrianople were full of typical Turkish disorder and laziness. The streets were crowded with people, but they looked unkempt and disorganized. Most of the men were half-dressed, and the women were...
A Diverse Population in Adrianople
The population of Adrianople is a mix of Turks, Greeks, Jews, and Armenians. However, all the trade, commerce, and banking are controlled by foreigners. The Turks, it seems, are not very good at business.
The...
Ongoing Balkan Tensions
The Unresolved Ethnic Struggle
While Austria’s recent triumph may temporarily discourage the Balkan Slavs, the racial conflict is likely to resurface. Behind the small kingdom and the Slav principality of Montenegro stands the mighty Empire...
National Ambitions and Balkan Politics
At the signing of the Treaty of Berlin, Austria gained influence over Bosnia and Herzegovina, while Bulgaria fell under the presumed influence of Russia. The current situation in the Balkans hasn’t altered this balance...
Austria-Hungary and Bulgaria’s Assertiveness
The Austrian government’s proclamation of the annexation of Bosnia and Herzegovina without the consent of other powers directly violated the Treaty of Berlin. However, the move aligned with the spirit of the treaty, which...
Discovering Perge
A Glimpse into Pamphylia’s Higher Site
“Perge, a remarkable archaeological site situated 17 km east of Antalya Centrum, is often hailed as ‘the higher site’ of Pamphylia. This open-air museum, steeped in history, unfolds its...
Unlocking Adana’s Tourism Potential
Insights from Nesrin Gokhan, Owner of Next Tour Tourism and Travel Agency
“Adana, with its rich history, is a region where significant civilizations have thrived for centuries. To fully tap into this potential, local administrations...
Shaping Adana’s Tourism Landscape
Insights from Erol Altun, Aqualand Director, and the General Manager of Seyhan Hotel
A Catalyst for Regional Tourism
“In ’98, the region lacked tourism investments, not just in Adana but throughout. Aqualand was established to address...
Exploring Bergama’s Treasures
Temples, Museums, and Ancient Altars
Kizil Avlu (Serapis Temple) A Marvel in Red Bricks
Built in 244 A.C. by Roman Emperor Hadrianus as an offering to the Egyptian god Serapis, Kizil Avlu, or “The Scarlet Courtyard,”...
