The Ottoman Empire: A Multi-Ethnic Empire at the Crossroads of the World

The Ottomans were known for primarily seeking taxes and not interfering in the affairs of different ethnic groups within their empire. Despite exceptions, this approach was generally appreciated. Situated in Anatolia, later Turkey, the Ottoman Empire had an advantage due to its strategic location as a pivotal point for trade and cultural exchanges but was also vulnerable to invasions due to its position at the crossroads of the world.