Ottoman history

Three days in Lesvos, Greece

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I have spent most of the summer days back on campus, working on two edited volumes. However, I had a short road trip that included Lesvos, Greece. Ayşe and I took a ferry and drove around the island. I have to tell you, the island is big, and if you like to see around, you … Read more

Abdulhamid II, Ziya Gökalp, Sheikh Bedreddin all together!

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A few days ago, we went to an exhibition in the Cistern of Theodosius, which was recently reopened. After spending some time in the exhibition, Ayşe and I walked around in Çemberlitaş, where the Cistern is located. There is a historical site (the courtyard of the Tomb of Mahmud II ) that contains many historical … Read more