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Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror’s Conquests and Governance

Establishment of the Ottoman Treasury

Historical records indicate that the existence of a Treasury Department within Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror’s old palace is not well-documented. However, the Ottoman State Treasury remained in Edirne Palace until the construction of the Castle of the Seven Towers (Yedikule) in 1458. This fortress, built adjacent to Byzantium’s golden gate, served as the Ottoman State Treasury for an extended period, accumulating significant riches due to widespread conquests Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror’s Reign.

Conquests and Rewards

Under Sultan Mehmet’s leadership, Ottoman armies continued their conquests, reaching Southern Anatolia and capturing the Fortress in Alanya without resistance. Prince Kilig Arslan, the fortress commander, surrendered, receiving a substantial gift of diamonds from the