1. The Eastern Roman Empire
The Byzantine Empire
The Eastern Roman Empire

2. Byzantine Empire Capital was Constantinople
It was the crossroads for international trade
Several trade routes including the Silk Road ran through the city
This made the city very wealthy

3. Constantinople It was located on the Bosporus Strait
Body of water that was between Europe and Asia

4. Constantinople
Constantinople replaced Rome as the center of culture and achievements
They spread Greek and Roman Culture throughout the known world
Education was highly valued

5. Justinian
Emperor who reorganized and simplified Roman laws to make them easier for all Romans to understand
The laws became known Justinian’s Code

6. Mosaics
Mosaics were created by the Romans, preserved by the Byzantines
Mosaics are bright pieces of glass carefully glued into stone to make a picture

7. Religion In the Byzantine Empire they openly practiced Christianity
The form the practiced became known as Greek Orthodox
Very strict following of the teachings
Built the Hagia Sophia church