Patriarchal Church of St George is located in Fener district of Istanbul. The church is located within the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate complex and has been the seat of the Patriarch of Constantinople for 430 years. During the Byzantine Empire, the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople was operating in Hagia Sophia. After the Ottoman conquest in 1453, the Patriarchate … [Read more...] about Patriarchal Church of St George in Istanbul (2024)
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HIPPODROME of Constantinople (History & Architecture)
The Hippodrome of Constantinople (today Sultanahmet Square) was the center of social life in the Byzantine Empire for centuries. The Hippodrome, where relentless chariot races were held, was also the scene of many rebellions and massacres. Today, the Hippodrome is located in Sultanahmet, in the heart of Istanbul's Old City. Focusing on Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, visitors … [Read more...] about HIPPODROME of Constantinople (History & Architecture)
The Story of Byzantine Constantinople (Through 25 Sites)
Over the past two decades, working as a licensed tour guide in Istanbul, my path has gradually led me deeper into one specific layer of the city: Byzantium. What began as a general interest in history slowly evolved into a focused pursuit. Along the way, certain books shaped that journey—most notably the Byzantium trilogy by John Julius Norwich, which brought the empire to … [Read more...] about The Story of Byzantine Constantinople (Through 25 Sites)