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The document discusses how Istanbul became an Islamic city after its conquest by the Ottoman Turks in 1453. It describes the religious significance of the conquest, with Muslims believing it was destined by God. After taking the city, Sultan Mehmed converted churches to mosques and established Islamic institutions. He renamed the city Islambol to symbolize it becoming a place where Islam flourishes.
- Author
- Chad Whitehead
- Language
- EN