Which of the following were the two dominant cosmopolitan centers of commerce, art, and intellect in the Middle East in the late 1500s and late 1600s, respectively?

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Istanbul, during the late 1500s, was a major center under the Ottoman Empire, known for its vibrant culture, commerce, and intellectual life. Isfahan, in the late 1600s, under the Safavid Empire, similarly became a hub for art, learning, and trade.

Which of the Following Were the Two Dominant Cosmopolitan Centers