The Sultan's Harem: Life was not glamorous at all

What went on in the Sultan's Harem? And was it really a clothing optional male fantasy? Within the sprawling grounds of Topkapi Palace, the sign above one door reads "Forbidden."  The door is the entrance to the Sultan's Harem. For those outside the Arab world, the word Harem usually conjures a decidedly male fantasy involving beautiful women who aim to please. And part of that is true. But you might be surprised to learn what was really going on...

This webisode is connected to our episode Inside the Topkapi Palace Museum, Istanbul. Stream every episode of Museum Secrets at Vimeo On Demand: http://vimeo.com/ondemand/museumsecrets and VHX: http://museumsecrets.vhx.tv/

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