| Empires of the Sea: The Epic Struggle for Control of the Mediterranean | October 5 - October 18, 2010 |
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Corinthian II
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For thousands of years, the Mediterranean has been the highway of empires. In this autumn voyage aboard Corinthian II, follow in the wake of the empire-builders who spread civilization and culture throughout the region. In Istanbul, explore the glorious monuments of the Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans. On the island of Chios, visit the Nea Moni monastery, adorned with beautiful mosaics created by artists from Constantinople. In Valletta, witness the exuberant architecture built by the Knights of St. John to celebrate their victory over the Turks before sailing to Croatia to see the medieval towns of Kotor and Dubrovnik, with their interplay of Venetian, Slavic, and Islamic influences. In Nafpaktos view the site of the famous Battle of Lepanto.
