The Ottoman Empire!
The Ottoman Empire
Founded in: the late 13th century
Founded by: Turkish tribes in Anatolia; Turkish leaders
Ruled by: the descendants of Osman I
Where: Istanbul, Turkey; EurAsia- in the middle of Europe and Asia
Other Info:
"Turkey" and "Ottoman Empire" were often used interchangeably.
The Ottoman Empire reached it's peak while Sultan Sulaiman was ruling the empire.
Since Istanbul is in the middle of two continents, it is in the perfect spot for trade. Merchants pass through the city when they are looking for trade, so Istanbul has many products from many different place. Some include...
Africa- Coffee
Afghanistan- Medicine and precious stones
Arabia- Perfumes
China- Silks and porcelain
Central Asia- Rugs
Cyprus- Sweet wine
India- Spices
Venice- Glass and fine wool
Persian Gulf- Pearls
All of these things are not directly from Istanbul, Turkey, but because the city is located in a busy bazaar area, and merchants pass through it, they also with the people there.