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The Church of the Prophet Samuel at the Hebdomon
Another important sanctuary at the Hebdomon was the church built by Emperor Arcadius in the year 407 to house the reputed remains of the...
The Religious Importance of the Hebdomon
The Hebdomon enjoyed a great religious reputation because of the many churches that once stood within its boundaries. These sanctuaries made the suburb not...
The Palace of the Hebdomon and the Name Magnaura
During the seventh and eighth centuries, the palace of the Hebdomon appears in historical sources under a new name: Magnaura. This change in designation...
The Special Importance of the Hungarian Crown
Just as the Hungarian language is unique, so too is the deep respect Hungarians hold for their royal crown. No other nation in Europe...
Early Support for Learning in Hungary
The Hungarians may justly take pride in their early support for learning and scholarship. Long before many other regions, they showed great respect for...
Languages Spoken in Hungary
In many parts of Hungary, people speak several different languages. In some regions, many inhabitants speak Slavonian. For example, in the town of Freistadt,...
Repairs Near the Gate of Charisius
Serbian Support
One fragmentary inscription found on a tower between the Gate of Charisius and Tekfur Sarayı likely dates to the reign of John VIII...
Inscriptions from the Final Restoration of the Theodosian Walls
Several inscriptions carved into the towers of the Outer Wall of Constantinople give us important details about the last restoration works carried out during...
Repairs Ordered by Andronicus II in 1317
In the year 1317, general repairs were once again carried out on the Theodosian Walls by Emperor Andronicus II Palaiologos. These restorations were funded...
Strict Palace Security
In addition to the regular guards, one officer sits at each corner of the corridor around the Sultan’s room. From their positions, they can...
