Administration and Travel in the Border Provinces
The Governor of the Region
At that time, General Montecuccoli served as the governor of the whole border province. During the previous year, I had...
Warlike Engines and Instruments of Defence
Places Where Military Devices Can Be Seen
Anyone who wishes to see a wide variety of weapons and military instruments would hardly find better places...
The City of Rab (Javrinum)
Position and Strategic Importance
Rab, also known by the Latin name Javrinum, is a fortified city situated at the meeting point of three rivers: the...
The Religious History of Nicomedia
A Long List of Religious Leaders
A historian named Le Quien created a list of 50 archbishops (metropolitans) of Nicomedia, an ancient Christian city. In...
An Educational Trip for Tourist Guides
Learning About Ancient Ephesus with Science
A special trip was organized to the ancient city of Ephesus to help tourist guides from Kuşadası learn the...
A Ride Full of Smells Sounds and Memories
Leaving the Bad Behind
As I was riding uphill, I smelled the burned oil coming from a truck beside me in the climbing lane. It...
Traditional Wheat Pounding and Dance Celebration
In this village, a special tradition is upheld during weddings: the pounding of wheat for the main dish called “kek” in a historical stone...
Gift Presentation Ceremony at the Engagement
In this village, the engagement celebrations include a special event known as “Bringing the Gifts of the Engagement.” Witnessed by the community head and...
Traditional Wedding Horse Ride and Celebration
In this village, the wedding celebrations continue as the father and uncle escort the bride to where the horse awaits. Once the bride mounts...
Automobile and Germany
Germany is celebrating the 125th anniversary of the birth of the automobile with a wide range of events. Museums are offering an insight into...
