The sunken basilica in Iznik has recently been set up as a tourist site with an observation deck and a small museum. Here is what is available on a visit there.
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Byzantine History found in the Iznik Museums
In the city of Iznik (Nicaea), several museums are worth visiting, each showcasing some Byzantine history. Let’s take a look at what can be found in these Iznik Museums.
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Hidden Crosses in the Side Archeology Museum
The scope of history in this museum covers some artifacts from before Christ’s time, as well as Roman and Greek history. However, Byzantine history in Side is often downplayed and categorized as lesser-known. Let’s explore what items in the museum come from the Christian perspective.
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Byzantine Ruins on the Istanbul Archeology Museum Walkway
The pathway between Topkapi Garden Park and Gülhane Park offers a free tour of Byzantine ruins. Three areas contain a smattering of hidden crosses, demonstrating the cross’s importance to Byzantine believers. This walking tour includes items inside the museum’s courtyard, which is found on my YouTube channel, Exploring with Nakhati Jon.
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Christian History in Seoul – Graves and Buildings
In only 160 years since the first missionaries arrived in Korea a great turning to Christ occurred. The center of Seoul provides a great experience in finding out what these missionaries in Korea did right. I have mapped out a walking/subway tour that one can follow in a day or when in certain parts of the city.
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