Beth Bruno explores the legacy of Hurrem Sultan, the 16th century concubine turned wife turned queen to Suleyman Sultan. Sharing her personal story of why Turkey is in her blood, she paints a picture of a woman who was complex, full of influence and controversy.

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Learn more:

• Watch MAGNIFICENT CENTURY on Netflix about Suleyman and Hurrem Sultan
• Read EMPRESS OF THE EAST: How a European Slave Girl Became Queen of the Ottoman Empire By Leslie Peirce
• Watch THE PROMISE to learn about the Armenian Genocide
• If traveling alone as a woman, read this first: https://dreamsinheels.com/solo-females-can-travel-to-turkey-things-to-know/
• For a short overview of the typical two-day visit to Istanbul watch "Istanbul Guide: Istanbul in 2 Days" on Youtube

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