Euphrasian Basilica Porec

States
Croatia
Category
Cultural
Year
1997
Location
County of Istria
Region
Europe & North America
Coordinates
45.22917, 13.59444
Last Visited
2015
UNESCO ID
809
WH Site
809
Euphrasian Basilica Porec

The Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč, Croatia, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its exceptional early Byzantine architecture and stunning 6th-century mosaics. Built in the mid-6th century under Bishop Euphrasius, the complex includes a basilica, atrium, baptistery, and episcopal palace, showcasing a blend of classical and Byzantine styles. Its well-preserved mosaics, depicting religious scenes and figures like Bishop Euphrasius himself, highlight its historical and artistic significance, earning it a place on the UNESCO list in 1997.

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