Tattoos in the Middle Ages? While often associated with criminals or pagans, these marks on the skin could also signal Christian devotion, sacred journeys, and personal identity in unexpected ways.

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Atlas of Medieval Greece (Kindle Edition) Author: Konstantinos Melas Publication: May 10, 2025. Price: $4.50 Amazon Link to Kindle Edition The Atlas of Medieval Greece is one of the best eBooks on the topic of Byzantium that I have seen. While it is not printed book, its electronic form makes it affordable for many users. […]

The Byzantine Army: The History and Legacy of the Byzantine Empire’s Military during the Middle Ages Publisher: ‎ Charles River Editors Page Length: 126 Pages Price: $2.99 or Free on Kindle Unlimited Subscription The Byzantine History eBook market is steadily growing and this book shows that it is a great place to get accessible books for […]

Athens transformed from a small town to Greece's largest city post-King Otto, driven by philihelenes supporting its growth and independence. The population surged after the 1920s transfers, peaking in the 1970s before facing suburbanization and decline since the 1980s. The city's future relies on effectively managing this urban transition.

Η Αθήνα είναι μια σημαντική παγκόσμια πόλη, με πλούσια ιστορία που εκτείνεται από την αρχαιότητα μέχρι σήμερα. Από μικρό χωριό ανέπτυξε σε πρωτεύουσα και συγκέντρωσε πληθυσμό, κυρίως μέσω των ανταλλαγών πληθυσμών. Παρά την προαστιοποίηση, παραμένει ο πυρήνας της Ελλάδας, σύμβολο ανθεκτικότητας και πολιτισμού.

The Byzantine Empire experienced significant fluctuations in population from its inception to its collapse. It began with 18 million under Christian rule, peaked at 12 million by 1025 AD, and faced drastic declines due to plagues and invasions, dropping to around 50,000 by Constantinople's fall in 1453. The empire's resilience and ability to adapt amidst various challenges shaped its demographic shifts, reflecting cultural and external pressures throughout its history.

The Sassanid Empire, once a dominant power against Rome, collapsed rapidly to Muslim forces due to internal chaos and civil wars. Following defeats by Byzantine Emperor Heraclius and weakened moral authority, the empire struggled with succession issues. This vulnerability allowed the Rashidun Caliphate to conquer swiftly by the 630s AD.

Khosrow II had two reigns. His first was interrupted by Bahram Chobin, who was a great Sassanid General who rebelled after being thrown out of power by Hormizd IV. This was the first time that the Sassanids were being challenged by the house that had ruled the Parthian Empire, the previous masters of Iran. Bahram […]

Iran's civilization is remarkable for its longevity and cultural integration, particularly through the Sassanid era, which served as a link between Rome and China. Despite its obscurity compared to the Byzantines, Sassanid history retains authenticity, reflecting the aspirations of its people while showcasing impressive architectural achievements like rock carvings.

The Byzantine Empire was among one of the greatest empires in history. One of the reasons why the empire was so successful at imprinting its memory upon the world was because of the great city of Constantinople. It was a city in the right geography and continued the traditions of a strong polis which gave […]

This is a tutorial to use Pinterest to search for Byzantine topics on the internet.