Evliya Çelebi: Biography, Facts and Career
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Dervish Mehmed Zillî (25 March 1611 – 1684), known as Evliya Çelebi (Ottoman Turkish: اوليا چلبى), was an Ottoman Turkish explorer who traveled through his home country during its cultural zenith as well as neighboring lands. He travelled for over 40 years, recording his commentary in a travelogue called the Seyahatnâme ("Book of Travel"). The name Çelebi is an honorific meaning "gentleman" or "man of God".
Quick facts about Evliya Çelebi
- Full name: Evliya Çelebi
- Born: 1611-03-25
- Nationality: Ottoman Empire
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q202308
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Who is Evliya Çelebi?
Dervish Mehmed Zillî (25 March 1611 – 1684), known as Evliya Çelebi (Ottoman Turkish: اوليا چلبى), was an Ottoman Turkish explorer who traveled through his home country during its cultural zenith as well as neighboring lands.
What nationality is Evliya Çelebi?
Evliya Çelebi is Ottoman Empire.
When was Evliya Çelebi born?
Evliya Çelebi was born on 1611-03-25.
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