Online Program
Online Lecture: Walking through Istanbul’s Ottoman Heritage
Program No. 24376RJ
Join us on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024, at 1 p.m. (ET)/ 10 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about Istanbul's Ottoman heritage.
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At a Glance
In the heart of Istanbul lies an ancient city’s Ottoman-era past. On this online field trip, Volkan Yazici, scholar and guide, will take you through the Sultanahmet district, exploring the iconic Blue Mosque and palaces where sultans and generals once ruled. Visit Turkish baths and absorb stories of an empire’s past intrigue.
General Notes
Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.
Participant Reviews
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I am not only pleased with the content and presentation of these lectures, but with the technical aspects as well. It has always been easy to sign in and there has never been a technical failure.
— Review left August 7, 2024
This presenter is knowledgeable and entertaining. The class is interesting, but there is only time in one hour for brief overview of such an amazing city. This definitely left me wanting more and I would really like to tour the city with this presenter.
— Review left August 7, 2024
Volkad Yazici was very good at giving an overview of the major buildings, sultans and powerful figures of the Ottoman Empire in late 1500s. I have been to Istanbul and been in a few of the buildings but, the background is hard to glean from the magnificent structures.
— Review left June 1, 2023
All travel webinars are great! . (Former travel agent and educator)
T.M. Back
— Review left June 1, 2023
The online lecture was wonderful! The photos were great, the presenter was knowledgeable and easy to understand. I got a nice history lesson and tour!
— Review left March 25, 2022
Vilkan Yazici was an impressive speaker who brought life and passion to his presentation thorough his indepth knowledge of the topic. His diction was clear with a comfortable pace of presentation. PowerPoint slides were extremely well sequenced and awesome!
All questions were answered in good order with suggestions of further reading materials.
His historical information and personal insights, were an invaluable learning experience hearing Turkish History (Ottoman)/culture from a citizen of Turkey,
— Review left March 23, 2022
I DIDNT RECEIVE A RECORDING OF THIS LECTURE YET AND AM STILL LOOKING FOR THE RECORDING OF THE LECTURE ABOUT NAPLES.
IT SEEMS LIKE YOUR SYSTEMS ARE NOT WORKING AS WELL AS IN THE PAST, YOUR PHONE SYSTEM IS GROSSLY INSUFFICIENT AND ALL OF A SUDDEN CUSTOMER SERVICE IS FALLING APART.
I LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR SPEEDY ANSWERS.
SYLVIE JOUAN MEYERS
— Review left March 22, 2022
This virtual visit was just perfect for me. Not only did we see some of the places in Istanbul to visit, we learned so much about the culture and history behind these places.
— Review left March 22, 2022
A fascinating quick look at historic Istanbul, with information on Ottoman rulers and customs. If you are planning a trip, this would definitely give you a good idea of some things to see, and if you are not planning a physical trip it is just a wonderful way to take a short virtual trip. Thoroughly enjoyed it!
— Review left March 22, 2022
Interesting program, great presenter. Learned a great deal about the Ottoman Empire in relation to historic buildings in Istanbul.
— Review left March 22, 2022
Great website with lots of information and ideas
— Review left March 21, 2022
Very informative, instructor knowledgeable and his use of great pictures truly enhanced his presentation. It felt like you were walking along Istanbul with him and even though I have been in Istanbul there is always so much more to learn! I wish the webinar would have been longer and look forward to similar ones.
— Review left March 21, 2022
Helpful explanation of a limited number of attractions to visit for short cruise stop visit. Provided enough details to determine whether or not it was valuable or not to include in an itinerary.
— Review left March 21, 2022
The presentation on less well-known but central and fascinating aspects of Ottoman Istanbul was delightfully recounted, clear, well illustrated and very entertaining. I would highly recommend it to anyone with curiosity about other cultures in other centuries. I have visited Istanbul more than once but am considering another visit because of this. presentation. Thank you.
— Review left March 21, 2022
This one hour virtual "walk" through Istanbul's Ottoman heritage was excellent! Very well researched and very well presented. I highly recommend it.
— Review left March 21, 2022
