The Third Cause of Corruption and Lawlessness
The third and worst cause of corruption and lawlessness in the Ottoman Empire is connected to a terrible event: the massacres in Armenia and...
The Rise of Absolute Power
One of the biggest problems in the Ottoman Empire is the concentration of all power in Constantinople. Over the years, the Sultan, Abdul Hamid,...
The Catholic Church in Bulgaria
There are about 30,000 Catholics living in Bulgaria. The Church has two main dioceses:
Sofia–Philipopolis
Nicopolis
Both dioceses are active and growing. They run churches, schools, and...
Letter from Philippopolis 15th November 1914
Subject: Religious Freedom for Catholics in Bulgaria
A Liberal Constitution Since 1879
Dear Sir,
In response to your letter from the 12th, I am writing to share...
Free and Equal Education for All
Everyone in Bulgaria has the right to free education in primary (elementary) schools.
In higher-level schools, students who can afford it pay a small fee,...
Sustainable Tourism Routes
Exploring Istanbul’s Rich Heritage Sustainable Tourism Routes
Rediscovering Byzantine and Ottoman Legacies
A tour through Kalenderhane, Vefa Kilise, and Zeyrek Kilise Mosques offers a unique opportunity...
The Rich History of Hatay
The Name and Origins
The name “Hatay” was bestowed by Atatürk, marking a new chapter in the region’s history. Antioch, an ancient city within Hatay,...
Unfinished Relief and Kharon’s Myth
During a time of plague epidemic in the city, locals sought divine intervention to halt its spread. Acting upon the advice of seers, it...
Boethius content for now
Boethius knew many years of untroubled days in opulent surroundings. There, tranquil but for those few whispers of jealousy, we will leave Boethius content...
Where were the Goths
So where were the Goths? They are the invisible men of Theoderic’s Italy. We have seen that their numbers fell far short of a...
