Cantacuzene’s Clear Distinction Between the Two Harbours
Emperor John VI Cantacuzene makes a clear distinction between the Kontoscalion and the Neorion at the Heptascalon in the Fourth Book of his historical...
Was the Neorion at the Heptascalon the Same as the Kontoscalion?
The idea that the Neorion at the Heptascalon was the same harbour as the Kontoscalion raises serious difficulties. In fact, the objections to this...
The Question of the Neorion at the Heptascalon
When we turn our attention to the Neorion at the Heptascalon, it becomes clear that this harbour cannot be identified with several well-known ports...
Identification Balat Kapoussi Ancient Gates
Gyllius and the Naming of Balat Kapoussi
From the account already mentioned, it appears that Gyllius referred to Balat Kapoussi not only as the Gate...
Archways Gates near Balat Kapoussi
The City Wall and Its Entrances
After leaving the Church of Saint Demetrius, and before reaching the gate now called Balat Kapoussi, the city wall...
Bay of Aivan Serai Historical Monuments
The Bay of Blachernae
The area known today as the Bay of Aivan Serai was once called the Bay of Blachernae. It was an important...
