TV series similar to The Magnificent Century — TOP 10 Turkish and more
I offer a selection of fascinating series that will take you back several centuries. You will be introduced to the amazing stories of many outstanding personalities in world history.
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10 historical series similar to The Magnificent Century
- Empress KI (Korea, 2013).
The story tells us about the difficult fate of a Korean girl named Kin Nyan, born in the state of Koryo. Before becoming the empress of the former Chinese dynasty, she went through a difficult path full of betrayals, intrigues, love triangles, losses and the struggle for the heart of the emperor. To survive, a girl must tell herself: “Be a little man.”
- Tudor (Ireland, USA, Canada, UK, 2007).
England, mid-16th century. The reign of Henry VIII is aimed at gaining major positions throughout Europe. One of his most important tasks is to extend power to neighboring states, but the lack of an heir is much more than just a king. Henry VIII had a daughter and one son who died in infancy. The king needs an heir, and the gorgeous Anna Bolin stands in his way.
- Sultan of my heart” (Russia and Türkiye, 2018).
The chance acquaintance of a Russian girl, Anna, with Mahmud II, the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, changes her life forever. Remaining impressed by Anna”s education, the ruler invites her to his palace to work as a teacher for his children. Under pressure from Dmitry”s ambassadors, the girl agrees and becomes one of the side enemies and main rivals of the Sultan.
- Borgia” (USA, Hungary, Ireland, Canada, 2011).
At the end of the 15th century, after the death of the innocent VIII, Rodrigo Borgia became the head of the entire Catholic Church. Power was illegally in his hands for bribery and intimidation. He came from an Italian family that had few relatives in the local lands. The main enemy of the new Pope is Cardinal Giuliano della Rover. He gathers supporters ready to oppose the Borgia.
- Sofia (Russia, 2016).
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It can be very difficult to choose a series that fits perfectly into the “10 out of 10” parameters. Especially when you have to choose from many love ones.
After the criminal conquest of the Byzantine Empire, the last ruling dynasty of Byzantium, archaic scholars are forced to flee to Rome. Ivan III accepts an offer from Rome to marry the Byzantine princess, the archaeologist Zoya. The ambassador takes the girl to Moscow, where she is baptized and given a new name — Sofia. The story describes the formation of the girl and her path from exile to the Grand Duchess of Moscow.
- Magnificent century. Empire Köze (Türkiye, 2015).
He was lured out of Greece by order of the Saphists and brought to the harem of Sultan Ahmed I as a gift to Anastasia. She is the daughter of a Venetian merchant. From the Sultan the girl received the name Kasem. While buzzing around her native land, she tried to escape many times, but to no avail. Realizing that there was no other way, Anastasia took her destiny into her own hands and became one of the most powerful women in the Ottoman Empire, making Alexandra Anastasia Lisovskaya great.
- Pillars of the Earth” (Germany, Hungary, Great Britain and Canada, 2010).
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In 1120, King Henry, the only heir, dies, but he has a daughter, young Matilda. Only her son can ascend to the throne and come of age. The girl gives birth to the long-awaited heir, but her father Henry dies. As a result of a coup d”etat, the deceased ruler gains power. With the help of her supporters, Matilda seeks to return the throne to her son.
- The White Queen (France, UK, 2013).
The life stories of three ambitious and influential women. Marguerite Bofur, Anne Neville and Elizabeth Woodville are ready to go to great lengths to achieve their goals. They weave intrigues, plot against their enemies and cleverly manipulate people to achieve their goals in the struggle for the throne. Three dynasties, three women, and each one goes to the end and allows its man to ascend the throne.
- Kurt Seit and Alexander (Türkiye, 2014).
Kurt Seit comes from a wealthy Crimean Tatar family. He is an officer of the imperial army, loyal to Nicholas II. Once in Baru, Seit meets Alexandra, a young noblewoman, after which feelings flare up between them. Many troubles befell the lovers. Will they be able to preserve their love and stay together against the backdrop of historical events: the overthrow of the Russian Tsar and the October Revolution?
- Founded by Osman (Türkiye, 2019).
After the death of the great Turkic ruler Erteğlu, power passes to his son Osman I. He is considered the founder of the Ottoman Empire. He is a true leader, a wise and brave warrior. The Ottomans begin to expand the borders of their possessions and annex conquered territories. Numerous trials and difficult struggles with many enemies await him.
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