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Explore the Byzantine Empire, the Eastern Roman continuation! Discover its rich history, iconic art, and lasting legacy that shaped medieval Europe for over a thousand years.
The Eastern Roman Empire, also known as the Byzantine Empire, continued to thrive for centuries after the Western Empire collapsed in 476 AD. Its capital, Constantinople, remained a powerful cultural and political center until 1453.
When introduced to Europe from Byzantium in the 11th century, many viewed forks as an unnecessary and even offensive affectation, preferring to eat with their hands or knives. It took centuries for them to become widely accepted.
