Constantinople/Istanbul: One Capital, Two Empires

Deree – The American College of Greece and Bahçeşehir University proudly launched the new “Culture of Peace” academic initiative with the international workshop “Constantinople/Istanbul: One Capital, Two Empires” on October 17, 2025. Scholars from Türkiye and Greece came together to explore the city’s shared historical, cultural, and social legacy, which bridges civilizations. Through four interdisciplinary sessions, participants examined the city’s transformation from the Byzantine to the Ottoman era, fostering dialogue and collaboration across borders and disciplines.

Discover how academic collaboration can shape a shared future of understanding and peace.

👉 Learn more about the Culture of Peace initiative here.