The Hippodrome of Constantinople

ISBN-13: 9781108931984 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 75 str.

Istanbul) Akyurek Engin (Koc University

Opis

This Element describes the history, architecture and social role of the Hippodrome.

Spis treści

1. Introduction; 2. History of the Hippodrome; 3. The Architechture of the Hippodrome; 4. Monuments and Sculptures; 5. The Hippodrome as the Ceremonial Setting of the City; 6. Circus Factions and Chariot Races; 7. The Church's Opposition to the Chariot Races; 8. The Hippodrome during the Ottoman Period; 9. Archaeological Research and Excavations Conducted in the Hippodrome and Vicinity; Bibliography.