330 AD How Constantine’s Constantinople Shaped History

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In 324 CE, the Roman emperor Constantine defeated his rival Licinius to become sole ruler of the Roman empire. Shortly after, he made a decision that would change the course of history – founding a new imperial capital on the site of the ancient city of Byzantium. Christened Constantinople in 330 CE, this “New Rome” […]

Hagia Sophia | A Historical Overview

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Hagia Sophia, an architectural marvel, has stood as a testament to human ingenuity and religious significance since its inception in 537 AD, under the aegis of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I. Its life, spanning over a millennium, has seen it serve as a cathedral, a mosque, and a museum, reflecting the dynamic tapestry of human […]