The series focuses on the last 13 years of Sultan Abdülhamid II's reign, beginning around 1896. It depicts a "Great Khan" fighting to preserve the fracturing empire against both internal traitors and external global powers. Key historical events featured in the series include:
The ambitious project to connect Istanbul to the holy cities of Medina and Mecca.
The series begins in 1896, roughly 20 years into the Sultan's reign, as he faces intense pressure from declining imperial power and encroaching foreign nations. Key historical and fictionalized events include: International Conflicts: The Greco-Turkish War of 1897 and the Berlin Conference. Technological Milestones: The construction of the Hijaz Railway. Political Struggles:
The official "Payitaht Abdulhamid" YouTube channel uploads episodes. While the default language is Turkish, the caption feature often includes Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian. Simply click the "CC" button. However, ensure you verify the timestamp – some earlier episodes may have auto-generated captions.