He was an excellent leader and helped to transform the Ottoman Empire into an economic powerhouse. ... The time period of Sulieman's rule is known as a golden age in the culture of the Ottoman Empire. Death. Suleiman became sick and died while on campaign in Hungary on September 7, 1566.

Was Suleiman a cruel leader?

Suleiman also had his cruel and capricious side. He often ordered the execution of prsioners after a battle and began the customs of not speaking to foreign diplomats when they presented their credentials.

Who was the best Sultan of Ottoman Empire?

Süleyman the Magnificent, byname Süleyman I or the Lawgiver, Turkish Süleyman Muhteşem or Kanuni, (born November 1494–April 1495—died September 5/6, 1566, near Szigetvár, Hungary), sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1520 to 1566 who not only undertook bold military campaigns that enlarged his realm but also oversaw the ...