Exploring the Evolution and Significance of Picnicking in the Ottoman Empire

This chapter delves into the practice of picnicking in the Ottoman Empire, highlighting its historical significance and the changing attitudes towards it. It discusses the experiences of different social groups, including elite Ottoman women and Sephardic Jews, and explores the evolving popularity of picnics. The chapter also emphasizes the cultural significance and changing behaviors associated with picnics in the early 20th century.