Saturday, July 30, 2005

Byzantine Splendor



These are the famous mosaics of the Empress Theodora (top) and the Emperor Justinian (bottom). They're in the Church of San Vitale in Ravenna, Italy. Aren't they exquisite? I have a fascination with the Byzantine Empire and its history. Lots of colorful and interesting characters, Theodora and Justinian high among them. Someday, I plan to journey to Ravenna and see these mosaics myself. Till then, I'll just enjoy the pictures.

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