The Great Palace

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Alfredo Calahorra Bartolomé (Institute of Languages and Cultures of the Mediterranean and the Near East (ILC-CCHS-CSIC), Madrid)

The Great Palace

Name: The Great Palace
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ISBN: 9781009675482

Alfredo Calahorra Bartolomé (Institute of Languages and Cultures of the Mediterranean and the Near East (ILC-CCHS-CSIC), Madrid)

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Cambridge University Press
26 February 2026

Palaces, chateaux, country houses; Lifetyle & personal style guides

Series: Elements in the History of Constantinople

The Great Palace of Constantinople was the heart of Byzantium for almost a thousand years, serving as both a political and architectural model for Christendom and the Islamic world. Despite its historical significance, reconstructing its layout remains challenging due to the scarce amount of archaeological evidence. This Element synthesises the historical and topographical evolution of the palace, examining its architectural typologies and the role of ritual and artistic objects in representing imperial power. It also addresses key historiographical issues, such as the identification and dating of the Peristyle of the Mosaics, as well as its role in imperial ceremonies. The research is based on textual sources, archaeology, and graphic documentation, culminating in a virtual reconstruction through 3D imaging. By integrating these methodologies, this Element aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the Great Palace, its influence, and its role as a central stage for Byzantine ceremonial and ideological expression.

By: Alfredo Calahorra Bartolomé (Institute of Languages and Cultures of the Mediterranean and the Near East (ILC-CCHS-CSIC) Madrid)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Weight: 188g
ISBN: 9781009675482
ISBN 10: 1009675486
Series: Elements in the History of Constantinople
Pages: 108
Publication Date: 26 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Introduction and methodology; 2. Evidence for the study of the palace; 3. The upper palace; 4. The lower palace; Bibliography.