Byzantine Nights

Byzantine Nights

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As someone inspired by history I found myself pulled towards ancient Rome and the Byzantine empire. These two empires hold a certain magnificence that others in my opinion lacked. One need only think of the greatness of Constantinople in its glory days, brass and bronze casting off the sun's light. The city's fountains reflecting the moon and stars, pastel coloured houses dyed in every shade imaginable, people in exotic dress, and the beautiful Hagia Sophia as a testament that God did protect this city. I found myself mesmerised by these Romans, and thus I wrote a poem to try and emulate what I feel about this Golden City...

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- Last updated at 02:59 28-11-2020

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