34-615: Balyan may refer to: Balyan family , an Armenian family of Ottoman court architects Balyan (surname) , an Indian surname Balyan Rural District , in Fars province of Iran Balyan, Iran , a village in Balyan Rural District Balyan , shamans in the Philippines Topics referred to by the same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with
68-620: A pacifist by nature. At his accession, the financial straits of the treasury were such that the usual donative could not be given to the Janissary Corps. The new Sultan told the Janissaries "There are no longer gratuities in our treasury, as all of our soldier sons should learn." Abdul Hamid sought to reform the Empire's armed forces including the Janissary corps and the navy . He also established
102-559: A heart attack in 1866 while conversing with friends. Garabet's notable works: Nigoğayos Balyan ( Armenian : Նիկողայոս Պալեան ; also known as Nigoğos Balyan; 1826–1858) was the first son of Garabet Armira Balyan. In 1843, he was sent to Paris together with his brother Sarkis to study architecture at the Collège Sainte-Barbe de Paris . Due to an illness, however, he and his brother had to return to Istanbul in 1845. Working alongside his father Garabet, Nigoğayos gained experience. He
136-733: A new artillery corps and is credited with the creation of the Imperial Naval Engineering School. Abdul Hamid tried to strengthen Ottoman rule over Syria , Egypt and Iraq . However, small successes against rebellions in Syria and the Morea could not compensate for the loss of the Crimean Peninsula , which had become nominally independent in 1774 but was in practice actually controlled by Russia. Russia repeatedly exploited its position as protector of Eastern Christians to interfere in
170-694: A stock exchange building. During the construction of the Vakıf Inn, the imaret was, the fountain removed by construction and transferred to the corner of Zeynep Sultan Mosque opposite Gülhane Park. In addition to these works, in 1778 he built the Beylerbeyi Mosque , dedicated to Râbia Şermi Kadın, and built fountains in Çamlıca Kısıklı Square. He additionally built a mosque, a fountain, a bath, and shops around Emirgi in Emirgân in 1783, and another one for Hümâşah Sultan and his son Mehmed. In addition to these, there
204-494: Is Dolmabahçe Palace , which he built in collaboration with his son Nigoğayos. Another notable architectural work of his is Beylerbeyi Palace , which was built in cooperation with his other son Sarkis. Garabet Balyan was also active in the Armenian community's educational and administrative matters and carried out research work on Armenian architecture. His four sons, Nigoğayos, Sarkis, Hagop, and Simon, succeeded him after he died of
238-504: Is a fountain next to Neslişah Mosque in Istinye, and another fountain on the embankment between Dolmabahçe and Kabataş . He wrote down the troubles he saw before, to the grand vizier or to the governor of his empire. He accepted the invitations of his grand vizier and went to his mansions, followed by the reading of the Quran. He was humble and a religious Sultan. It is known that Abdul Hamid I
272-473: The fire brigade during the Constantinople fire of 1782. He was admired by the people for his religious devotion and was even called a Veli ("saint"). He also outlined a reform policy, supervised the government closely, and worked with statesmen. Abdul Hamid, I turned to internal affairs after the war with Russia ended. He tried to suppress internal revolts through Algerian Gazi Hasan Pasha, and to regulate
306-555: The Kafes, thus violating the rules of the harem. From these relationships at least one daughter was conceived, secretly born and raised outside the Palace until the enthronement of Abdülhamid, when she was accepted at court as the sultan's "adopted daughter". Abdülhamid I had at least fourteen consorts: Abdülhamid I had at least eleven sons: Abdülhamid I had at least sixteen daughters: Abdul Hamid died on 7 April 1789, at
340-520: The Mason ( Turkish : Meremmetçi Bali Kalfa or Meremmetçi Balen Kalfa ), a masonry craftsman from the Belen village of Karaman in central Anatolia , was the founder of the dynasty. He moved to Istanbul, where he learned of an Armenian palace architect of Sultan Mehmed IV (1648–1687), whom he met and replaced, being Armenian himself. When Bali died in 1725, his son Magar took his place as architect at
374-550: The Ottoman Empire. Ultimately, the Ottomans declared war against Russia in 1787 . Austria soon joined Russia . Turkey initially held its own in the conflict, but on 6 December 1788, Ochakov fell to Russia (all of its inhabitants being massacred). Upon hearing this, Abdul Hamid I had a stroke, which resulted in his death. In spite of his failures, Abdul Hamid was regarded as the most gracious Ottoman Sultan. He personally directed
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#1732855133596408-692: The Russo-Greek Church, and forever under the protection of Russian ambassadors in Istanbul . In 1789, Tipu Sultan , ruler of the Sultanate of Mysore sent an embassy to Abdul Hamid, urgently requesting assistance against the British East India Company , and proposed an offensive and defensive alliance. Abdul Hamid informed the Mysore ambassadors that the Ottomans were still entangled and exhausted from
442-726: The Surp Asdvadzazdin Armenian Church in Ortaköy (1824). Garabet Amira Balyan ( Armenian : Կարապետ Պալեան ; 1800–1866) was born in Constantinople. At his father's death, he was very young and not experienced enough to take over his father's position by himself. Thus he served alongside his uncle-in-law Mason Ohannes Serveryan. Garabet served during the reigns of Mahmud II (1808–1839), Abdul Mecid I (1839–1861), and Abdulaziz (1861–1876), and constructed numerous buildings in Istanbul. The best known of his works
476-432: The deaths of these two, he continued his work with the younger brother Hagop. Sarkis won greater fame than Hagop because he constructed the structures his brother designed. Sarkis is also known as the designer of many buildings. Known as a fast worker, his professional life was interrupted by the death of brother Hagop in 1875 and by Abdülhamid II 's accession to the throne (1876–1909). Due to political accusations, he
510-524: The humiliating Treaty of Küçük Kaynarca , signed on 21 July 1774. The Ottomans ceded territory to Russia, and also the right to intervene on behalf of the Orthodox Christians in the Empire. With the Treaty of Küçük Kaynarca, the territory left, as well as Russia's ambassador at the Istanbul level and an authorised representative, this ambassador's participation in other ceremonies at the state ceremonies,
544-517: The ongoing war with Russia and Austria. Abdul Hamid I, left behind many architectural works, mostly in Istanbul. The most important of these is his mausoleum (I. Abdülhamid Türbesi) in Sirkeci erected 1776/77. He built a fountain, an imaret (soup kitchen), a madrasah, and a library next to this building. The books in the library are kept in the Süleymaniye Library today and the madrasah is used as
578-610: The reform works through Silâhdar Seyyid Mehmed Pasha (Karavezir) and Halil Hamid Pasha . In Syria, the rebellion led by Zahir al-Umar , who cooperated with the admirals of the Russian navy in the Mediterranean, benefiting from the confusion caused by the Russian expedition of 1768 Russian campaign, and suppressed the rebellion in Egypt in 1775, as well as the Kölemen who were in rebellion in Egypt,
612-520: The right to pass through the Straits to Russia, as the envoys of the Russian envoy were given immunity. Marketing opportunities for all kinds of commodities in Istanbul and other ports, as well as the full commercial rights of England and France, were given. It was also in the treaty that the Russian state had a church built in Galata . Under the circumstances, this church would be open to the public, referred to as
646-792: The sultan's court. Magar the Architect ( Turkish : Mimar Magar ) was charged with important projects and was consequently frequently promoted to higher ranks. However, as a result of a denunciation , he was driven away from the court of Sultan Mahmud I (1730–1754) to exile in the eastern Anatolian town of Bayburt . There, Magar taught his elder son Krikor architecture before being pardoned and returning to Istanbul. Following his retirement, his son Krikor took over his position. Magar's second son Senekerim collaborated with his brother Krikor. Magar died in Bayburt. Krikor Balyan ( Armenian : Գրիգոր Պալեան , also known as Krikor Amira Balyan; 1764–1831)
680-435: The throne, Abdul Hamid was imprisoned in comfort by his cousins and older brother, which was customary. His imprisonment lasted until 1767. During this period, he received his early education from his mother Rabia Şermi , who taught him history and calligraphy . On the day of Mustafa's death on 21 January 1774, Abdul Hamid ascended to the throne with a ceremony held in the palace. The next day Mustafa III's funeral procession
714-558: The title Balyan . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Balyan&oldid=962689488 " Categories : Disambiguation pages Place name disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Balyan family The Balyan family ( Armenian : Պալեաններ ; Turkish : Balyan ailesi )
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#1732855133596748-514: The title Ser Mimar (Chief Architect of Ottoman Empire). Sarkis's notable works: Hagop Balyan ( Armenian : Հակոբ Պալեան ; 1838–1875) was the third son of Garabet Balyan. He worked alongside his brother Sarkis on various projects in Istanbul. Hagop died in Paris in 1875 at the age of 37; he was buried in the Père Lachaise Cemetery . Simon Balyan ( Armenian : Սիմոն Պալեան ; 1848–1894) was
782-536: The youngest son of Garabet Balyan. He was also an architect. Levon Balyan ( Armenian : Լեւոն Պալեան ; 1855–1925) was the son of Nigoğayos Balyan. He attended Collège Sainte-Barbe in Paris in 1869. Buildings and structures designed and constructed by Balyan family members: Religious buildings Public buildings Production facilities Abdul Hamid I Abdulhamid I or Abdul Hamid I ( Ottoman Turkish : عبد الحميد اول , `Abdü’l-Ḥamīd-i evvel ; Turkish : I. Abdülhamid ; 20 March 1725 – 7 April 1789)
816-643: Was a prominent Armenian family in the Ottoman Empire of court architects in the service of Ottoman sultans and other members of the Ottoman dynasty during the 18th and 19th centuries. For five generations, they designed and constructed numerous major buildings in the Ottoman Empire , including palaces , mansions , konaks , kiosks , yalis , mosques , churches , and various public buildings, mostly in Constantinople (present-day Istanbul ). Bali or Balen
850-572: Was appointed arts advisor to Sultan Abdulmecid I (1839–1861). He founded also a school for domestic architects in order to teach Western architecture. Nigoğayos worked together with his father on the building of Dolmabahçe Palace (1842–1856). He participated in the preparations for the Armenian National Constitution . Nigoğayos died in Istanbul in 1858 of typhoid fever at the age of 32. Nigoğayos's notable works: Sarkis Balyan ( Armenian : Սարգիս Պալեան ; 1835–1899)
884-456: Was brought to the road. On the other hand, the confusion in Peloponnese was ended, and calm was achieved. Kaptanıderyâ Gazi Hasan Pasha and Cezzâr Ahmed Pasha played an important role in suppressing all these events. Despite his pacific inclinations, the Ottoman Empire was forced to renew the ongoing war with Russia almost immediately. This led to complete Ottoman defeat at Kozludzha and
918-656: Was close to Sultan Mahmud II (r. 1808–1839). He was exiled in 1820 to Kayseri in central Anatolia , because of his involvement in a dispute between Gregorian and Catholic Armenians. He was pardoned and allowed to return to Istanbul shortly after a friend of his in the palace, Amira Bezjian. Krikor died in 1831 after serving the empire during the reigns of four sultans, Abdul Hamid I (r. 1774–87), Selim III (r. 1789–1807), Mustafa IV (r. 1807–8)), and Mahmud II (r. 1808–39). His young and inexperienced son Garabet Amira succeeded him. Krikor's major works include Senekerim Balyan ( Armenian : Սենեքերիմ Պալեան ; 1768–1833)
952-466: Was fond of his children, was interested in family life, and spent the summer months in Karaağaç, Beşiktaş with his consorts, sons and daughters. His daughter Esma Sultan's dressing styles, her passion for entertainment, and her journey to the objects with her journeymen and concubines have set an example for Istanbul ladies. Abdülhamid I is famous for having concubines even during the period of confinement in
986-578: Was forced into exile in Europe for 15 years, but eventually returned to Turkey through the intercession of Hagop Kazazian Pasha on his behalf. His most important work is the Valide Sultan Kiosk. Interested in all branches of the fine arts, Sarkis supported Armenian writers, musicians, and particularly theater actors. He was also a member of the Armenian Patriarchate 's Assembly. He was awarded
1020-628: Was held. The new sultan sent a letter to the Grand Vizier Serdar-ı Ekrem Muhsinzade Mehmed Pasha on the front and informed him to continue with the war against Russia. On 27 January 1774, he went to the Eyüp Sultan Mosque , where he was given the Sword of Osman . Abdul Hamid's long imprisonment had left him indifferent to state affairs and malleable to the designs of his advisors. Yet he was also very religious and
1054-412: Was the 27th sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1774 to 1789. Abdul Hamid was born on 20 March 1725, in Constantinople . He was a younger son of Sultan Ahmed III (reigned 1703–1730) and his consort Şermi Kadın . Ahmed III abdicated his power in favour of his nephew Mahmud I , who was then succeeded by his brother Osman III , and Osman by Ahmed's elder son Mustafa III . As a potential heir to
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1088-444: Was the first member of the family to use the surname Balyan. He was called Baliyan or Balyan after his grandfather and later adopted this as the family name Balyan. He was the son-in-law of Mason Minas and father-in-law of Ohannes Amira Severyan, both of whom were palace architects. Krikor received his credential of architecture from Sultan Abdul Hamid I (r. 1774–87). He became unofficial advisor to Sultan Selim III (r. 1789–1807), and
1122-490: Was the second son of Garabet Balyan. In 1843, he followed his elder brother Nigoğayos to Paris. He had to return to Istanbul in 1845 due to an illness of his brother. In 1847, Sarkis went to Paris again to attend Collège Sainte-Barbe de Paris, which he finished after three years. Later, he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts. After returning to Istanbul, Sarkis began working alongside his father and his brother Nigoğayos. Following
1156-573: Was the son of Architect Magar and the younger brother of Krikor Balyan. He worked together with his brother, but remained in the background. He rebuilt the Beyazit Fire Tower , which had been constructed in wood in 1826 by his brother Krikor, but destroyed after a fire. He died in Jerusalem and was buried in the Armenian church yard. Senekerim's works include the Beyazıt Fire Tower (1828) and
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