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First of all, Constantinople was in a natural cross road for land and sea trade routes. Second, Constantinople was on a peninsula, so it was very easy to defend. Finally, Constantinople had a secret weapon in Greek fire, which could burn on water. Since Constantinople was surrounded by water on three sides Greek fire was invaluable in sea battles.
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What was the new capital Constantinople used to be called?
There are two problems. First, Constantinople is a city. Second, it is no longer called Constantinople; it is Istanbul. As the song goes, "If you have a date in Constantinople, you will find her in Istanbul."
Which 2 seas was the capital of constantinople surruonded by?
The capital of Constantinople was surrounded by the Sea of Marmara to the south and the Golden Horn to the north. These bodies of water provided Constantinople natural protection and strategic advantages for trade and defense.
What two groups invaded Constantinople?
Sex
What were the names of the two capitals of the two empires in Rome?
Rome and Constantinople
What geographical advantages does the Italian landscape have over the Greek landscape?
it has a lot of water around it
What geographic advantages existed in the capital of the Byzantine Empire Constantinople?
Constantinople provided easy trade and military access to the Mediterranean, Black Sea, Danube River, Dnieper River, and the land route to Turkestan and India.
Why did Romans Choose Constantinople as there Capitol?
Romans chose Constantinople as their capital due to its strategic geographical location, which bridged Europe and Asia, facilitating trade and military movement. Its natural harbor, the Bosporus Strait, provided strong defense against invasions. Additionally, the city was a cultural melting pot, allowing for the blending of Roman and Hellenistic influences, which helped solidify its status as a center of power. Emperor Constantine I recognized these advantages and officially established it as the capital in 330 AD.
What were the capitals of the two sections of the roman empire?
rome constantinople
What were some of constantinople features?
It only has two different features
What city with a population of two hundred thousand was the largest city after constantinople?
Baghdad was the largest city after Constantinople with a population of around two hundred thousand during the medieval period.
What are two councils that contributed to the nicene creed?
The two councils are the council of Nicaea and the council of Constantinople.
What were some Constantinople's main features?
It only has two different features
