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In this article, the issue of Turkish image which was based on sometimes rumours and mostly the events that happened in the Golden Age of Spain -and also usually appears as a negative image- will be discussed. As it is known, the Turks, who were perceived as "the other" in the Christian world, have been described as barbarian and relentless enemies in Medieval Europe. The situation of the Turks and the Spaniards, who often confronted with each other throughout history, was reflected in the work of many Spanish writers. In this article, the classical Spanish writers' views about the Turkish world will be discussed and especially objective attitude of Cervantes towards the Turks will be emphasized. Furthermore, parallel cases of the Spanish and Turks will be explained with some examples. Furthermore, parallel cases of the Spanish and Turks will be explained with some examples. It is thought that it is important to translate this article into Turkish as it reflects the viewpoint about Turks in this (i.e. classical) period from a wider perspective by referring to the Works of many classical period Spanish writers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Until the end of the 18th century, the Ottoman Empire and Spain have been rival states. Towards the end of the century, with the impact of the changes in the international arena, in 1782 The Ottoman-Spanish Peace and Trade Agreement had been signed. Thus, a direct relationship between the parties began. Spain's objective for peace was to improve its trade with the Ottoman and Muslim world and to stay protected from the pirate attacks of Western Hearths. After the peace and trade treaty was signed with the Ottomans, Spain came into agreement also with Algeria and Tunisia and achieved its target for self-defense. On the issue of improving its trade with the Ottomans, expectations of Spain had not been met. Initiation of direct bilateral relationships fostered the trade compared to before however it was far from satisfying the expectations of Spain. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]