The Palaiologos family was a prominent Byzantine dynasty that ruled the Byzantine Empire from 1261 to 1453. They came to power after the recapture of Constantinople from the Latin Empire. The family is known for its efforts to restore the empire's former glory, although they faced numerous challenges, including territorial losses and the rise of the Ottoman Empire. The last reigning emperor of the Palaiologos family was Constantine XI Palaiologos, who ruled from 1449 until the fall of Constantinople in 1453. The dynasty's decline marked the end of the Byzantine Empire, and the Palaiologos family is often remembered for their cultural contributions and the tragic fate of their last emperor.