Women played diverse and influential roles in the Byzantine Empire that extended far beyond the domestic affairs of each family.

Irene of Athens was the first Greek-Roman empress to wield power as a sole ruler of the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire.

A unique portrait of Constantine XI Palaiologos, the last emperor of the Byzantine Empire, was discovered ... years as despot before ascending to the throne. The monastery's renovation was ...

The famous helmet is among the Anglo-Saxon artifacts that indicate an eastern link with the Byzantine Empire. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.