Justinian

Justinian

1. Cansantinople

   • The capitol of the Byzantine Empire that had great trade routes and harbors.
     • Justinian made the city reach its peak. He rebuilt/built many new building to made the city better.

2. Hagia Sophia

   • A cathedral/mosque that combined influences from Muslim andChristian traditions
     • Justinian rebuilt the cathedral/mosque after it had a fire

3. Theodora

   • The wife of Justinian who was a former actress/prostitute
     • She served as a co-ruler and advisor to Justinian

4. Justinian's Code

   • A massive collection of laws, decrees and legal writings that were combined into one large book
     • Justinian wrote many of the laws in the book and used them as a government guide for The Byzantine Empire