The Thessalians as a Warlike People
A Strong and Fearless Nation
The people of Thessaly have long been known as a warlike nation, and even in later times they were still...
Rivers and Dry Seasons in Thessaly
A Land of Heat and Dryness
When I was in Thessaly, it was a very dry season. Many rivers that are usually important were running...
Noble Stables and Horses of Europe
Famous Stables of Prague
Among the finest stables I had ever heard of were those of Wallenstein at Prague. In those stables, every horse was...
Protestant Efforts to Support Education in Bulgaria
Raising Funds for Samakov Schools
The Protestants in Bulgaria are working hard to raise money to support the schools in Samakov. They believe that these...
The Impact of Missionary Work in Bulgaria
Translation of the Bible and the Spread of Literature
The Bible was translated into Bulgarian in 1872 by Dr. Riggs and Dr. Long. Since then,...
American Missionary Work in Bulgaria
The American Board of Foreign Missions
The American Board of Foreign Missions has been active in Bulgaria since 1858, when the first mission station was...
Golden Gate of Dreams
Unveiling Ishak Pasa Palace’s Enchanting Realm
Dreaming at the Palace Threshold
Standing before the palace, I embark on a journey of dreams. Imagining the grandeur of...
Ishak Pasa Palace
A Timeless Beacon of Ottoman Grandeur
Majestic Presence in Dogubeyazit
Nestled in a landscape rich with historical echoes, Ishak Pasa Palace stands proudly, embodying the grandeur...
A Conversation with Curator Esat Uluumay
Exploring Handcrafted Marvels
Beyond the captivating clothing and accessory collections, Uluumay Museum showcases an array of handcrafted treasures. From intricately designed guns to exquisite laceworks,...
Mihrimah Mosque
Mimar Sinan built this extremely beautiful mosque on the highest point of the city for Mihrimah Sultan, the daughter of Suleyman the Magnificent in...
