History · Topic 36 of 64
The Byzantine Empire
⭐ MasteredThe Byzantine Empire was the eastern part of the Roman Empire that survived for about a thousand years after the western half fell. Its capital was Constantinople.
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The Hagia Sophia in Constantinople was one of the largest churches in the world for nearly a thousand years.
All about The Byzantine Empire
The Byzantine Empire was the eastern half of the Roman Empire, and it survived for about a thousand years after the western half fell. Its capital was Constantinople.
Byzantine art and churches influenced many later cultures.
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Real-life uses of The Byzantine Empire
- Studying the late Roman world
- Learning about early churches
- Understanding Istanbul’s history
Frequently asked questions about The Byzantine Empire
What was the Byzantine capital?
Constantinople.
What was the Byzantine Empire?
The eastern part of the Roman Empire that lasted about a thousand years.