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Istanbul and Constantinople
Constantinople was the capital of the Byzantine (Roman) Empire and, in the Middle Ages, the largest and wealthiest city in Europe. In 1930, Constantinople was changed to its modern day name of Istanbul. Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey. It was known by a few names for several centuries. The main secondary name being, Constantinople. In 1923, the Turkish government decided it was best for the city to only go by one name, and Istanbul was chosen. Istanbul is home to the world famous cathedral, the Hagia Sophia.
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What are some of the main features of Uline power strips?
There are a variety of features that Uline power strips provide. These include a choice of sockets, differing cord length, surge protection and industrial standard casing.
What was the effect of Constantine moving the capital to constantinople?
Emperor Constantine the Great moved the capital of the Byzantine/Roman Empire from Rome to Constantinople around 330 AD. He felt that Rome was an unsatisfactory capital. Rome was too far from the frontiers. Constantinople provided easy trade and military access to the Mediterranean, Black Sea, Danube River, Dnieper River, and the land route to Turkestan and India.
Which lasted longest as a center of an empire rome or constantinople?
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What kind of public buildings did constantinople have?
All sorts One is a dome shaped house called wigwams where a wall family or individual lived N. n. In memory Conley rae kite
What housing styles are in Constantinople?
In Constantinople. as in large cities today, different types of homes existed for people of different social and economic classes. Only the rich lived in single-family homes; most citizens resided in apartments. The poor lived in tenements, multi-story apartments built high and narrow to conserve land and money. Most homes and apartments in the city were constructed of stone, brick, or wood. Glass was not used for windows; the poor used wooden shutters and and the rich had windows of marble or alabaster.
- Answer from Teachers' Curriculum Institute, Student Handout 1A, Information on Housing in Constantinople, pg.14
Who moved the head of the Catholic Church to Constantinople?
The catholic church was never moved to constantinople, emperor constatine kept the church in Rome but moved the capitol to Constantinople. The SPRQ's belief of the church for salvation and emotional comfort kept the eastern empire alive for as long as it did, though it ultimately fell.
What are the religious significant of constatinople the city founded by empeor constatine?
it became the center of the eastern orthdox church
What are the names of some cheap hotels in Istanbul?
In Istanbul, compared to the United States, hotel prices are very inexpensive. The cheapest 2 star hotel in Istanbul is Rapunzel. The cheapest 3 star hotel is the Ayasofya Hotel. The cheapest 4 star hotel is Noahs Ark Hotel and the cheapest 5 star hotel is The Marmara Taksim at only $143 per night.
What currency was used at Constantinople?
Constantinople gave the world a stable currency for about 800 years (400-1200). It was called the BEZANT.
How did the fall of Constantinople effect Christianity?
the fall of constantinople did not effect christianity
What military tactic was especially effective in capturing constantinople?
scaling the walls with ladders
Map of Constantinople location?
Constantinople is now what is called Istanbul (I am almostt certain) Type that in msn.com and it will give you the location
Why was the first church of constantinople started?
Because the capital of the Roman Empire was transferred from Rome to Constantinople in 330 AD.
Did constantinople endure viking raids?
Yes, in 860 CE the vikings attempted to raid Constantinople but failed after about 7 years.
