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Byzantium: A Tale of Three Cities
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Byzantium: A Tale of Three Cities

Simon Sebag Montefiore charts the rise of Istanbul from pagan trading post to capital of three empires and two religions, becoming not only holy but the most coveted city in the world.

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  • How Istanbul rose to become the imperial capital and Islam's most powerful city — Episode 3

    Duration: 3:03
  • When the once glorious city was buffeted by enemies in both East and West — Episode 2

    Duration: 3:11
  • Istanbul’s Greek roots transform it into a Christian empire — Episode 1

    Duration: 3:49
  • Trail: Byzantium: A Tale of Three Cities

    Duration: 0:40

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