What is croatia ottoman empire?

Croatia was a part of the Ottoman Empire from the early 16th century until the late 17th century. During this period, the Ottomans established the so-called "Beylerbeylik of Croatia" which was divided into three parts: Slavonia, Bosnia, and Croatia proper.

The Ottoman rule in Croatia was marked by frequent conflicts with the local population, mainly due to religious and cultural differences. The Ottomans were primarily Muslim and their rule was based on the principles of Islamic law, which were enforced through the Sharia courts.

Despite the conflicts, the Ottomans left a lasting impact on the region in terms of architecture, art, and cuisine. Many Ottoman-era buildings and monuments can still be seen in Bosnia and Herzegovina today, including the famous Ottoman bridge in Mostar.

The Ottomans were eventually expelled from Croatia in the late 17th century by the Habsburgs, who had gained control of the region through a series of wars and treaties. Today, Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina are predominantly Christian countries with strong ties to Western Europe, although they still retain traces of their Ottoman heritage in their cultural traditions and cuisine.