Ottoman Empire captured Otranto in August 1480, their first Italian outpost. 128 ships and 18,000 troops were sent under Gedik Ahmed Pasha. More than 800 inhabitants were beheaded after the capture. Cathedral was converted into a mosque
Historical drama created by Frank Spotnitz and Nicholas Meyer. Follows Medici family's banking power in 15th-century Florence. First season premiered on Rai 1 in 2016, reaching 8.04 million viewers
Fashion showed regional variation and experimentation in 15th century Europe. Clothing became increasingly dated and social concern. Burgundian court dominated northern European fashion
Castle construction began in 14th century by Grand Duke Kęstutis. Major works completed by Vytautas the Great around 1409. Castle suffered major damage during Teutonic knights' attack in 1377
Beta Film releases trailer for 10-part drama based on 1456 Battle of Belgrade. Series premieres at Mipcom in Cannes' Palais des Festivals on October 22. Story follows Hungarian warrior Janos Hunyadi's victory against Ottoman army
Portugal is located on the Iberian Peninsula, bordered by Spain and the Atlantic Ocean. The country spans 35,580 square miles with a climate ranging from Oceanic to Mediterranean. The highest point is Mount Pico at 7,713 feet, while Serra da Estrela reaches 6,558 feet