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The Ottomans were so successful Europe was afraid they would conquer them
European rulers were jealous of the sultan's power
They were fascinated by their "exotic elements"
Much of eastern Europe was under their control
They caused many interactions between Europe and Asia

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Had a large influence on the art
Thought about adopting their systems of law, military, and dress.
Mahmud had European furniture to enforce the adopted European diplomatic procedures
Oil paintings on canvas replaced small paintings for manuscripts/albums
The Dolmabahce Palace was baroque style on the outside but had a European interior

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The primary religion was Islam
Many other religions were accepted by the sultan
The Islam religion is based on one god
It was started in Saudi Arabia
It follows similar principles as Christianity and Judaism

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They had a monarchy
Wealth and rank could be inherited or earned
Executive functions were carried out by military and judicial by civil authorities
The empire was divided into vilayets, each had a governor
The central government was made up of the sultan and his personal staff

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They saw the main source of wealth as military expansion and careful use of currency
They focused on land expansion and agriculture rather than manufacturing and industry
Gained control of important trade routes
Villagers would travel far to sell their goods
Cotton exports doubled between 1750-1789

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The coffee houses and homes of the aristocratic families were used for centers of cultural exchange.
Their architecture was influenced by many regions
The paintings made of the sultans weren't displayed to the public
The sultans were required to master a skill, usually something along the lines of calligraphy or goldsmithing
Calligraphy was considered the noblest of art, and some of their greatest treasures were of calligraphy.