Question

What were the features of constantinople

Answer 1

Explanation:

First settled in the seventh century B.C., Constantinople developed into a thriving port thanks to its prime geographic location between Europe and Asia and its natural harbor. In 330 A.D., it became the site of Roman Emperor Constantine's “New Rome,” a Christian city of immense wealth and magnificent architectur

Answer 2

Answer:

Constantinople: The city was founded by the Roman emperor Constantine the Great as the capital of the Roman Empire's eastern provinces. From Constantinople, the Byzantine Empire's later capital, Constantine ruled over both parts of the empire.

Explanation:

Features of Constantinople:

• On three sides, Constantinople was surrounded by water and defended by miles of walls with watchtowers and gates. The mouth of its harbor was guarded by a large chain.
• The city had a sewer system, as well as hospitals, nursing homes, and orphanages.
• There were several advantages to living in the city. It was closer to the Empire's geographic center.
• It could be easily defended because it was almost entirely surrounded by water (especially when a chain was placed across the bay).

Importance of Constantinople:

Constantinople, which was founded in the seventh century B.C., grew into a thriving port due to its strategic location between Europe and Asia, as well as its natural harbor. It was the site of Roman Emperor Constantine's "New Rome," a Christian city of immense wealth and magnificent architecture, when it was founded in  A.D.