Saksagan
Sparta Ancient and Modern
The Modern Town
South of Olympia, near the end of the Peloponnesian peninsula, stands the modern town of Sparta. It remains the capital of the...
The Tombs of Mycenae
The Beehive Tomb
One of the most remarkable monuments at Mycenae is the tomb often linked with King Agamemnon, the legendary leader of the Greeks...
The Pass of Thermopylae
Geography and Strategic Importance
The pass of Thermopylae is a narrow gorge or ravine between two wooded hills. Its strategic advantages were clear in ancient...
Reaching Robert College by Boat
Passengers going to Robert College arrive by boat at Bebek, a peaceful town on the Bosphorus. From there, they walk up a gentle path...
Robert College a Monument of Education and Light
High on a rocky hill overlooking the Bosphorus, halfway between the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara, stands a remarkable institution: Robert College....
A Special Invitation to the Sultan’s Treasury
We were invited to visit the Sultan’s treasury, and our invitation card said we would be received at 11:30 a.m. We arrived a little...
Right to Vote and Public Services
In Serbia, every man who has completed military service is entitled to vote. Additionally, people who pay taxes of at least 15 francs a...
The Citadel and Its Military Purpose
Within the walls of the citadel, several important facilities are located. These include barracks for an artillery regiment, residences for the army commander and...
The Servian Language and Cultural Identity
The Servian (now called Serbian) language is a blend of Slavic influences, with noticeable similarities to both Russian and Greek. It is also closely...
The Fund for Miss Stone’s Ransom
Dr. Peet was responsible for managing the fund that was raised by the citizens of the United States to pay the ransom for Miss...
