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• Justinian I, also known as Justinian the Great, reigned at Constantinople from 527 to 565. During his reign, Justinian sought to revive the empire's greatness and reconquer the lost western half of the historical Roman Empire with particular success in Africa, Spain and Italy as well as to the East under Generals Belisarius and Narses. His reign left a profound impact on the Byzantine Empire. His legal reforms and architectural projects such as the Hagia Sophia shaped the empire's legal system and cultural legacy. The Justinian legal code consolidated the legacy of ancient Roman law and set it as a foundation for many modern legal systems. Furthermore, his monetary reforms aimed to improve the currency system, ensuring stability and facilitating economic activities within the empire.