Emperor Justinian I and his wife the Empress Theodora.
Emperor Justinian rebuilt Constantinople.
Justinian did not rebuild Constantinople. He rebuilt the Hagia Sophia church, which had been damaged during riots.
Nika riots happened in 532.
(Both are just guesses!)(Why?) He reconstructed it because the riotingdestroyed a lot of the Capitol. (How?) He reconstructed it by making his loyal army rebuild it.
The Nika Riots took place in Constantinople in 532. There was a lot of unrest at the time because of high taxes and wars. Politics in Constantinople was dominated by factions which were identified by the colors of liveries of chariot teams they supported. The most important were the Blues and the Greens. After races, they commonly rioted. When a number of people were killed in riots, the murderers were caught and sentenced to death. This led to more riots, and in the end, about half of Constantinople was burned down. Many thousands of people were killed, and the riots were put down with brutal force. There is a link below to an article on the Nika Riots.
In 532 AD, Constantinople experienced the Nika Riots, a major uprising against Emperor Justinian I. The riots began during chariot races at the Hippodrome, fueled by political and social tensions, and escalated into widespread violence, leading to the destruction of significant parts of the city. Justinian considered fleeing but ultimately decided to suppress the rebellion, resulting in a brutal crackdown that left thousands dead. The aftermath solidified his power and led to extensive rebuilding efforts, including the construction of the Hagia Sophia.
Emperor Justinian I initiated a major rebuilding program in Constantinople after the Nika Riots in 532 AD. This reconstruction aimed to restore and enhance the city's grandeur, including significant projects like the Hagia Sophia. The rebuilding efforts continued throughout Justinian's reign, which lasted until 565 AD, but the most notable transformations occurred in the years immediately following the riots.
Justinian rebuilt it.
In 532 AD, during the Nika Riots in Constantinople, Emperor Justinian I faced a significant uprising against his rule. The riots began as a result of political factions and discontent with his administration, leading to widespread violence and destruction in the city. Justinian initially considered fleeing but ultimately decided to suppress the revolt, leading to a brutal crackdown that resulted in the deaths of thousands and the reaffirmation of his authority. This event marked a pivotal moment in his reign, reinforcing his commitment to restoring and expanding the Byzantine Empire.
Constantine moved the capital to Byzantium which he rebuilt and renamed Constantinople after himself.
During the Nika Riots in 532 AD, it is estimated that around 30,000 people died as a result of Emperor Justinian I's efforts to suppress the unrest. The violence was particularly brutal, with significant casualties resulting from the military's crackdown on the rioters in the Hippodrome of Constantinople. This event was a turning point in Justinian's reign, leading to a consolidation of power but also a heavy toll in human life.
Theodora helped the people in the uprisings achieve their demands .