Suleiman Mosque was built in Istanbul by order of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent and is truly considered one of the most outstanding architectural structures of the East. The time when Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent ruled (1520-1566), historians... read more
The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, built in the 15th century, is one of the largest covered markets in the world. The bazaar is located east of Istanbul University, in the Beyazit neighbourhood. In ancient times, there were shops here that gave their p... read more
The Alanya Fortress is considered the city's calling card, epitomises its ancient history, and is a reminder of how difficult and bloody Turkey's historical past was. The fortress is one of the largest and most majestic of the many others... read more
After conquering Alania in 1226 after a five-year siege, Seljuk Sultan Alladin Keykubat built Kizilkule, a watchtower to protect the city's harbour. Kizilkule means Red Tower in Turkish. The tower got its name because of the distinctive red co... read more
