Cities of the Ancient World

tv show

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24 total episodes

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1 seasons

First Aired August 29, 2014

Overview

People live in a world of cities; reflecting on ancient models of the city as a human phenomenon offers important lessons about today's culture; an opportunity to survey the breadth of the ancient world through the context of its urban development.

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Constantinople—The Last Ancient City

Season 1 - Episode 23 - 0h 0m

Air Date

August 29, 2014

Overview

Your tour of ancient cities closes with an examination of Constantinople, which bridges the gap between the era of antiquity and the Middle Ages. Witness the development of this city and the political demonstrations and riots that accompanied its growth. You’ll also study the Hagia Sophia, whose dome is considered the greatest work of Byzantine architecture.