Sanjak

A sanjak was an administrative region within the Ottoman Empire, similar to a province or district. It was governed by an official called a sanjakbey and served as a subdivision of a larger province, known as a eyalet or vilayet. The sanjak's purpose was to organize local governance, tax collection, and military recruitment. Borders of sanjaks could change over time, reflecting political or administrative decisions. Overall, the sanjak played a key role in managing the empire’s diverse territories, helping maintain control and order across a vast and multicultural realm.