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Ottoman Sultans

Sultan Suleiman’s Wife, Children, Sisters (16th century)

17 April 2025 by Serhat Engul

Sultan Suleiman ruled for 46 years when the Ottoman Empire was at the height of its power. The series "Magnificent Century", about Sultan Suleiman's wife, children and sisters, was watched by millions of people around the world. Sultan Suleiman's father was Selim I (the Resolute). Although Selim was the ruler for only 8 years, he had conquered important lands in the history … [Read more...] about Sultan Suleiman’s Wife, Children, Sisters (16th century)

Mehmed the Conqueror (Ottoman Sultan) Facts

17 April 2025 by Serhat Engul

We can say that Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror has a special place in Ottoman History, even more than Suleiman the Magnificent. Because Mehmed II's reforms enabled the Ottoman Principality to transform into a multinational empire in the coming decades. Mehmed was an extraordinary person embodying the ideals of a Renaissance prince and imperial passion, both of which made him a … [Read more...] about Mehmed the Conqueror (Ottoman Sultan) Facts

Life of Sultan Suleiman & Hurrem Sultan (aka Roxelana)

17 April 2025 by Serhat Engul

Sultan Suleiman had all the personality traits that made people legendary. He was not only a talented soldier and a strategist, he also mastered the art of jewelry making. As a foresighted leader, he was also an intellectual with an interest in art and architecture. His wife, Hurrem Sultan, was the most powerful woman in Ottoman history. Suleiman spent his life to build the … [Read more...] about Life of Sultan Suleiman & Hurrem Sultan (aka Roxelana)

Suleiman the Magnificent (Ottoman Sultan) Facts

17 April 2025 by Serhat Engul

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Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent inherited the throne at the age of 26. Sultan Suleiman was the only son of Selim I, who conquered Mecca, Medina, Jerusalem and Alexandria. Suleiman, who ascended the throne in 1520, ruled the Ottoman Empire for 46 years until 1566. The young Sultan soon proved to be a man of many talents. Thanks to his achievements in the 16th century, he was … [Read more...] about Suleiman the Magnificent (Ottoman Sultan) Facts

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blankHello, I'm Serhat Engul, a licensed tour guide in Istanbul. I lead private walking tours focused on the city's Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman history.

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Istanbul Travel Guide

Istanbul Clues is a digital travel guide to Istanbul, written by Serhat Engul. It covers the city’s history, museums, neighborhoods, transportation, and places to eat.

About the Author

Questions from Serhat’s walking tours help shape the subjects covered here. Learn more about the author.

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Licenses & Professional Details

Serhat Engul is a licensed tourist guide (Ministry of Culture and Tourism license no. 003660), registered with the Istanbul Tourist Guides Chamber (İRO), which is a member of TUREB.

For travel arrangements outside his guiding services, Serhat may refer guests to Reborn Travel Agency (TÜRSAB license no. 5128).

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