Europe in Transition

Hagia Sophia - Main Points

It is one of the important monuments in the history of the world. 

It was built in the 6th century AD.

It is situated in Istanbul,Turkey.

It is the epitome of the architectural splendours of Constantinople.

The erstwhile capital of the Eastern Roman Empire?

Constantinople

Turks conquered Constantinople in which year?

1453

What were the features of Constantinople?

It is the erstwhile capital of the Eastern Roman Empire. Abode of scholars and a treasure trove of scholarly texts. Gateway from Asia to Europe. It is a port city. Centre of Knowledge.

Why did scholars, artists and writers migrate to Italy?

Italy was a country that upheld the rich Greco - Roman tradition. The rich Italian traders were the patrons of art, literature and culture. These traders were keen to preserve the historical and cultural

heritage.