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Seljuq and Mamluk Architecture
Chair Nikos Tsivikis
This session focuses on towers and fortifications from various cultural and historical backgrounds across the Middle East and Anatolia.
Stéphane Pradines
Islamic, Armenian, or...
The Journey Across Cyprus
When Paul and Barnabas traveled across Cyprus, they had to go from the east coast (Salamis) to the west coast (Paphos). They likely had...
Paul and Barnabas Travel to Cyprus
In Acts 13:4–6, Paul and Barnabas left the port of Seleucia, which was about 16 miles from Antioch. They sailed to Salamis, a port...
Cities of Pontus
Pontus was a historical region along the Black Sea coast of modern-day Turkey. It had several important cities:
Amasia – A major ancient city known...
When was Istanbul settled?
Istanbul daily tours – The earliest-known settlement in the area, which people now know as Istanbul, was probably founded around 1000 BC. Its name...
Ensar on Chinese state TV
Customized Guided Tour – Ensar Islamoglu on CCTV
Chinese Television got the best guide for their customized guided tour. It was Ensar’s pleasure to tell them...
Where does the name Istanbul come from?
Istanbul Tours – Istanbul was officially adopted as a sole name in 1930. Through the ages the city of Istanbul has changed its name...
