The Byzantine Empire, which continued the legacy of the Roman Empire in the Eastern Mediterranean, reached into three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa.
At its height, the Byzantine Empire’s territories stretched across a significant portion of Southeast Europe, particularly the Balkans, and extended into Western Asia, encompassing parts of modern-day Turkey, Syria, and the Levant. Additionally, the empire had territories in North Africa, including regions of modern-day Egypt.
This unique position allowed the Byzantine Empire to control key trade routes and cultural exchanges between East and West, influencing the development of both European and Middle Eastern civilizations.