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ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES

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ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES

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Throughout the 19th century, Ottoman territories attracted not only European intellectuals but also Russian diplomats and intellectuals, who showed a particular interest in Istanbul and its religious sites. During this period, Ottoman-Russian relations were predominantly shaped by tension and conflict, with only occasional short-term alliances. However, Russian travelers contributed to the formation of the images of "Turks" and "Istanbul" images in their own public discourse through their observations of the Ottoman Empire. This study focuses not on the general observations of Russian travelers regarding Istanbul and the Ottoman Empire but rather on their perceptions, interpretations, and viewpoints concerning the city's religious structures and religious circles. The central position of Hagia Sophia in Russian Orthodox thought is clearly reflected in travelers' narratives. One of the first places Russian visitors sought to see in Istanbul was Hagia Sophia. Its conversion into a mosque as a symbol of conquest was perceived by the Russian Empire—which positioned itself as the protector of Orthodoxy—as a loss that needed to be redressed. In addition to Hagia Sophia, Russian travelers also viewed Istanbul’s Sufi traditions as an exotic and mystical element. Particularly, Mevlevi lodges, whirling dervish ceremonies, dhikr rituals, and other significant religious practices within Ottoman society caught their attention and were extensively documented in their travel writings. However, they primarily regarded these rituals as visual spectacles rather than engaging with their religious and spiritual dimensions. Nonetheless, they also made observations regarding the influence of these places on Istanbul's social life, offering valuable insights into the religious and cultural structure of Ottoman society. This study aims to analyze the intellectual perspectives of Russian travelers towards Istanbul through their travel narratives from the 19th century, examining the symbolic importance of Hagia Sophia in the Orthodox world, the role of Sufi sites in Ottoman society, and the images that Russian travelers constructed about Istanbul.

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Türk Kültür Tarihi

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İnceleme Makalesi

Erken Görünüm Tarihi

24 Mart 2025

Yayımlanma Tarihi

26 Mart 2025

Gönderilme Tarihi

29 Ocak 2025

Kabul Tarihi

16 Şubat 2025

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2025 Sayı: 113

Kaynak Göster

APA
Karakulak, M. (2025). ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES. Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi, 113, 441-454. https://doi.org/10.60163/tkhcbva.1629112
AMA
1.Karakulak M. ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES. TKHBVD. 2025;(113):441-454. doi:10.60163/tkhcbva.1629112
Chicago
Karakulak, Mesut. 2025. “ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES”. Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi, sy 113: 441-54. https://doi.org/10.60163/tkhcbva.1629112.
EndNote
Karakulak M (01 Mart 2025) ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES. Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi 113 441–454.
IEEE
[1]M. Karakulak, “ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES”, TKHBVD, sy 113, ss. 441–454, Mar. 2025, doi: 10.60163/tkhcbva.1629112.
ISNAD
Karakulak, Mesut. “ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES”. Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi. 113 (01 Mart 2025): 441-454. https://doi.org/10.60163/tkhcbva.1629112.
JAMA
1.Karakulak M. ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES. TKHBVD. 2025;:441–454.
MLA
Karakulak, Mesut. “ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES”. Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi, sy 113, Mart 2025, ss. 441-54, doi:10.60163/tkhcbva.1629112.
Vancouver
1.Mesut Karakulak. ISTANBUL in 19th CENTURY RUSSIAN TRAVELOGUES: RELIGIOUS SITES AND SUFI NARRATIVES. TKHBVD. 01 Mart 2025;(113):441-54. doi:10.60163/tkhcbva.1629112

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