Biography
The identity of Safiye Sultan is one of the most significant in the Ottoman Empire from a historical point of view. This legendary woman lived at the turn of the 16th and 17th centuries. In official sources, it cannot accurately determine its year of birth and death, approximately 1550 - 1618. She was a concubine (the presence of and beloved a woman) Murad III, who had about 50 children from different women, one of the sons - Mehmed II, which he gave him Safiy Sultan. It is known that Safi had two daughters.
About the origin of the Ottoman Valid, scientists still will not come to a common consensus. Studying the reign policy, indicate that Safiye-Sultan is connected by blood bonds with Venice. The genetic tree scientists accounted for, based on the fact that the mother's mother-in-law was Nurbanu-Sultan.
The second version states that Father Safiye - Leonardo Buffo, Venetian by origin. According to legend, Safi captured, after which she got into the Sultan Garem. When Safiya became the concubine Murada III, she was then quite young, she was only 13 years old. The first son from Sultan Ottoman Empire Safiya gave birth at the age of 18 and they had mehmed III.
Personal life
It was one of the most loyal and loyal wives of Turkish Sultan. She had a special feelings for his chief Murada and showed her jealousy, because the ruler had other women in a harem. She was often accused of witchcraft, because of what her husband, according to legend, became an impotent. A few years later, Safiye, acquiring experience, the concubine learned to hide his feelings and began to independently choose new girls for Turkish harem.
The volitional character conquered Murad, for which he appreciated his chosen one. Last years of life, the Great Sultan devoted only to Safiya, abandoning other girls. She became his main adviser, whom he trusted not only family affairs, but also government.
Regarding the legality of their marriage there are no reliable data. Discussions in the circles of historians do not end up so far, the majority of the positions that Safia never become the official wife of Murada. After the death of Sultan Safiya became Valid, and their common son was headed by the throne.
Political Career and Heritage
The pro-Venetian policy of Valida became decisive in all its political directions. She also actively supported relations with the British. This is evidenced by historical documents - correspondence with the Queen Elizabeth. According to historians, they were even girlfriends, because they often exchanged gifts, as registered in targeted letters.
Under the leadership of Safia and from its initiative in the center of Istanbul at the end of the 16th century, the construction of a new mosque began. It was associated with the religious component, because in the area where the construction of the Islamic Center was planned, they lived mainly by Jews. The spread of such an Islamist influence caused discontent, in particular, Janichar, who have not seen the need for expenses. As a result, the construction of the mosque ceased.
Safiy-Sultan was compared with the Empress, and the personality of the concubine of the Turkish Sultan remained the cult of the Ottoman Empire. Roman Khazal Tash is written about Safiya, and its activities are illuminated in three Turkish film. So, among the famous prime ministers: the film 2010 "Makhpeker", the historical television series "Magnificent Century" and "Magnificent Century: Ködesem Sultan."
"Magnificent Century: Kösem Sultan": historical facts
In the multi-sieuled series, Safiye Sultan played Turchanka Hyul Avshlar. The historical image of Sultan's coat of sultan was developed in front of the audience: a decisive wise woman, which is distinguished by restraint and pragmatic character. According to Safiya Sultan's plot, Sultan is very powerful and does not intend to leave the throne, even for his grandson. Her task is to keep power at any cost, even the price of victims and losses.
The series describes the events of the 17th century, when according to the traditions of the throne passes by inheritance. After the death of Mehmed III, his 14-year-old son cannot intelligently rule the Ottoman Empire due to its age. And at that moment, Safi-Sultan begins for the throne, although herself cannot climb the throne as Queen Elizabeth in England.
Famous actors were also filmed in the legendary historical series:
- Anastasia Keshem - Anastasia Tsilimampow: A girl who has passed a very difficult life path to become Valida Sultan, Harem's ruler, one of the most powerful women of the empire;
- Sultan Ahmed - Ekin Koch: the greatness of Suleiman's great;
- Handan Sultan - TULIN OZEN: Elegant and feminine mother of Sultan Ahmed;
- Iskander - Burke Jankat: friend of Sultan, who is in love with Keshem.
"Magnificent century. The Empire Keshem is notable for the fact that this is the first Turkish series, which was filmed in the "Cinema Capital" - Hollywood. The wealth of scenery, attracting famous actors brought a stunning success. The preparation of the painting took about one and a half years. The right to display the series bought 70 countries before the premiere show.
Death
The legendary Safia died at the age of about 70 years, the cause of death is old age.