From Costantinople to Istanbul: more than 1000 years of history!
<p><strong>Constantinople</strong>, now known as <strong>Istanbul</strong>, was once the center of the world and the heart of the Roman and Byzantine Empires. The city was founded by the Roman Emperor <strong>Constantine the Great in 324 AD</strong> and was named after him. It quickly became a major center for commerce, culture, and politics, playing a critical role in <strong>shaping the course of world history</strong>.</p>
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<p>The city’s strategic location made it an <strong>ideal hub for trade and commerce</strong>, connecting the East and West. Its magnificent architecture, including the iconic <strong>Hagia Sophia</strong>,<strong> the Topkapi Palace</strong>, and the Hippodrome, attracted visitors from all over the world, making Constantinople one of the most cosmopolitan cities of its time.</p>
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