Meet the Guides


Emin Lelic

Dr. Emin Lelić received his doctorate from the University of Chicago, where he defended his dissertation on science and empire in the Ottoman Empire. His interests include calligraphy, Ottoman, Middle Eastern and Eastern European history and literature, and horseback riding. He is currently an Associate Professor of history at Salisbury University. 

Ömer Faruk Yeni

Ömer Faruk Yeni is currently working as a project coordinator and editor for several arts, media and cultural organizations. 

After graduating from Business Administration, he completed his MA in Arts Management and Heritage Tourism Industry field where he extensively worked with the leading museums, festivals and art galleries.  As an independent researcher, he has many non-academic works on the spiritual and cultural scene of London, İstanbul, Granada and Fes.