The Pillar of Constantine: A Roman Monument in Byzantine Constantinople
In the heart of Constantinople stood a monument unlike any other: the Column of Constantine, also known as the Çemberlitaş. Erected in 330 AD to mark the city's dedication, this porphyry pillar was a symbol of imperial power and divine favor. Topped with a statue of Constantine as Apollo, it survived earthquakes, fires, and conquests. But what did it mean to the people who lived in its shadow? This episode explores the column's construction, its role in imperial ceremonies, and its transformation from a pagan idol to a Christian relic. We discuss the mysterious 'Palladium' said to be buried at its base, the weathering of the porphyry drums, and the Ottoman-era iron bands that earned it the name 'Çemberlitaş' (hooped stone). Join Lucas and Luna as they uncover the stories embedded in one of Istanbul's oldest standing monuments.
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Fler avsnitt av Constantinople to Istanbul: How a City Changed the World — Fexingo History
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