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The Art of Cooking in Byzantine Times
Cooking is an art, not a science. Even when we have recipes, cooks must interpret and change them to make food enjoyable. When there...
The Venetian Quarter of Constantinople Revisited
The exact location and borders of the Venetian quarter in Constantinople remain a major question in historical studies. Most of what we know comes...
Ceremonies in the Suburbs of Constantinople
This paper focuses on the role of Constantinople’s European suburbs in imperial ceremonies. These suburbs were located just outside the city walls, near important...
Theories About the Path of the Theodosian Walls
After the Kerko Porta, the Theodosian Walls, which were the main line of defense for Constantinople, did not continue in a straight line. Historians...
The Fortifications
The Fortifications on the North-Western Side of the City Before the Seventh Century
The Theodosian Walls, which were the main defenses of Constantinople, end abruptly...
A Misunderstanding About the Monastery
The well-known historian Dr. Paspates once believed that the building near the walls of Constantinople was the Monastery of the Seven Orders of the...
Ottoman Empire Social Problems and Political Corruption
Growing Alcohol Use Among Young Muslims
A concerned Turkish gentleman explained how drinking habits are changing in Constantinople. He believes many young Muslims have become...
Turkish Culture Beauty Charity and Changing Times
The Beauty of Turkish Upper Classes
Turkish people from wealthy families are known for their striking appearance. Their facial features are fine and well-defined. Their...
Constantinople A Tale of Deception and Corruption
The World's Dirtiest City
People often debate which city holds the title of world's dirtiest. Many claim Shanghai, China, leads this unfortunate ranking. Others say...
Building Projects and Social Ecology in the Roman World
Linking Construction and Society
This paper explores how Roman building projects can help us understand the connections between construction and social-ecological complexity. In Roman studies,...
