Byzantine - The Glorious Era of the Eastern Roman Empire: The Glorious Era of the Eastern Roman Empire

Author: Kaplan
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: In 330 AD, Constantine the Great established the ancient Byzantium and was baptized in his capital, Constantinople. This was the new capital of the Roman Empire, holding great significance in Christianity, and also the successor of ancient Greece. Over several centuries, it continuously withstood invasions from barbarians to Arabs. In 1204, it was temporarily captured by the Crusaders; finally, it was overthrown by the Ottoman Empire in 1453. As a world power, its emperors were known as the "executor of God on Earth." At the same time, it was also a global economic and cultural center. As a place of theoretical disputes, the magnificent Hagia Sophia Cathedral became its spiritual symbol.