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The Legend of Bereketzade Ali Efendi

The legendary history of Bereketzade Ali Efendi Mosque, built in the 15th century beneath the Galata Tower.

Şaban Ağa Mosque

Located within the ancient site of Stratonicea in Muğla's Yatağan district, the historic Şaban Ağa Mosque bridges ancient ruins with…

The Legend of St. George’s Cathedral

Explore the legendary history, sacred relics, and spiritual significance of St. George's Cathedral, the seat of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in…

Hagia Irene Church

Hagia Irene is the oldest known Byzantine church in Istanbul and the only one never converted into a mosque, currently…

The Sanctuary of Thessaloniki: Church of St. Demetrius

Discover the history and architecture of the Church of Saint Demetrius in Thessaloniki, a vital Byzantine monument that also served…

The Legend of Marmaris Castle

Tracing roots back to Suleiman the Magnificent's Rhodes expedition, the Legend of Marmaris Castle bridges ancient history, Evliya Çelebi's accounts,…

Ancient City of Ariassus

Perched high in the Taurus Mountains, the Pisidian town of Ariassus reveals its Hellenistic roots, Roman monuments, and ancient history.

The Legend of Atik Valide

Discover the legend of the Atik Valide Mosque and complex in Üsküdar, shaped by Mimar Sinan and empowered by Nurbanu…

Bodrum Castle

Built by the Knights of St. John as the Castle of St. Peter, Bodrum Castle now houses one of the…

History and Architecture of Ilyas Bey Mosque

Located at Miletus ruins in Didim, Aydın, the Ilyas Bey Mosque was commissioned by Ilyas Bey of Menteshe in 1404.

Apollonia Settlements and History

A comprehensive review of the ancient settlements named Apollonia dedicated to Apollo and the geographic distribution of the toponym.

Arap Mosque: Istanbul’s Gothic-Traced Historic Shrine

Located in the Galata neighborhood of Istanbul's Beyoğlu district, the Arap Mosque is the city's sole surviving pre-conquest Gothic church,…