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Eleni Glykatzi-Arveler: How she changed the historical image of Byzantium

Through an interdisciplinary methodology, the historian reshaped the international image of Byzantium, distancing it from earlier Western-centric interpretations

Heraclius: The Byzantine emperor who crushed the Persians and established Greek as the official language

The peace agreement with the Avars – The beginning of the campaign – Heraclius’ first victories – The failed siege of Constantinople by Persians, Avars, and Slavs (626) – The Battle of Nineveh (627) – Dorkon, the “Bucephalus” of Heraclius – The triumph of the Byzantines and the restoration of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem

Greek History & Culture – Should we reject Byzantium?

Why we should not abolish the name "Byzantium" and use "the east Roman empire" in preference

The Roma of Byzantium: Tracing their legacy to the modern Roma community

When did the Roma's appear in Byzantium – Their relationship with other heretics – Why did they avoid contact with others – Their role in the betrayal of Amorium's capture by the Arabs in 838 – What is their connection to today's Roma

Constantine Palaiologos: What the archaeologist who discovered his portrait says

"I kept looking at him, looking at him, and I knew who I was looking at. I knew what had been discovered in that moment—it’s a staggering experience to make such a discovery," said archaeologist Anastasia Koumousi

Byzantine Woman’s Remains Found at a Castle in Turkey

The grave was found under stones in an area of the castle that once contained a church and a monastery

Ancient Greek-style bathhouse for Egyptian military found near Red Sea

The structure had access to both lukewarm and cold water, as well as a separate room for hot baths

Turkey says Greece is deluded to dream of the revival of a Roman Empire or Byzantium

The Turkish Defence Ministry accused the Greek Foreign Minister of expansionist ideas

The fascinating history of Greek Fashion featured in new Athens Exhibit (photo)

"Greek fashion designers were always influenced by elements ”from the Cycladic, Minoan, Archaic, Classical & Hellenistic Antiquity to Byzantium"

Kastoria: The lady of Macedonia (PHOTOS)

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