Constantinople
Constantinople
Constantinople (pronunciation: /ˌkɒnstæntɪˈnoʊpəl/) is the historical city name of what is now known as Istanbul, Turkey. The name "Constantinople" is derived from the Latin "Constantinus" and the Greek "polis", meaning "City of Constantine".
Etymology
The city was named after the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great, who made it the new eastern capital of the Roman Empire in 330 AD. The name "Constantinople" remained in use until the city was officially renamed Istanbul in 1930.
History
Constantinople was the capital of the Byzantine Empire for over a thousand years. It was renowned for its architectural masterpieces, such as the Hagia Sophia and the Walls of Constantinople, which served as formidable defensive structures. The city was also a significant center of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Medical History
Constantinople was a significant center of medical knowledge during the Middle Ages. The city was home to the Pantokrator Monastery, which housed one of the most important hospitals in the Byzantine Empire. The hospital was known for its medical school, where many renowned physicians were trained.
Related Terms
- Byzantine Empire
- Eastern Orthodox Church
- Hagia Sophia
- Istanbul
- Pantokrator Monastery
- Roman Empire
- Turkey
- Walls of Constantinople
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Constantinople
- Wikipedia's article - Constantinople
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