“Thousands great saints”: Evliya Çelebi in Ottoman Palestine

Evliya’s description of his journey in 17th century Ottoman Palestine is a good example of the importance of travelogue, especially as it gives another viewpoint, that of a Muslim scholar. Through his eyes, it is possible to see the country, hear local traditions and get a better understanding of re...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Yaron Ben-Naeh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Fondazione Centro di Documentazione Ebraica Contemporanea CDEC 2013-12-01
Series:Quest. Issues in Contemporary Jewish History
Online Access:http://www.quest-cdecjournal.it/focus.php?id=337