Saksagan
The Nature of the Blackish Ore
The blackish ore is considered the best kind of ore found in the mines. Much of this ore contains a mixture of a shining...
Descent into the Windschacht Mine
In the Windschacht Mine, I also went down as far as the water would allow me at that time. The descent was very steep...
Introduction Windschacht
These mines, among many others, are very remarkable and important. Some of the most well-known mines are the Windschacht Mine, the Trinity Mine, the...
Fear of Gypsies on the Road
We were not without fear of the Gypsies as well. They are strong and bold people, and some of them have been known as...
A Greek Merchant Named Demetrius
I must not forget Demetrius, a Greek merchant of Tornovo, in whom I believed I saw the true spirit and character of the ancient...
Changes Brought by War and Conquest
The Greek lands have greatly suffered over time. They have endured many destructive invasions by different nations, followed at last by a fatal conquest...
Underground Villages and Hidden Lives
In this country, many families and the inhabitants of several small towns live entirely underground. Their homes are not built above the surface like...
The Great Bridge and Its Importance
Anyone who looks upon this great wooden bridge cannot help but feel amazed. The bridge is built entirely of wood and includes strong wooden...
Journey Through Hungary and the Ottoman Lands
Along our journey, we came upon a newly built khan, also known as a caravanserai, a resting place for travelers and merchants. From there,...
A Brief Account of Early Travels in Southeastern Europe
This text is the title and dedication of a travel book published in London in 1673. The book was written by Edward Brown, a...
