Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia

Overview

Aquileia (in Friuli-Venezia Giulia), one of the largest and wealthiest cities of the Early Roman Empire, was destroyed by Attila in the mid-5th century. Most of it still lies unexcavated beneath the fields, and as such it constitutes the greatest archaeological reserve of its kind. The patriarchal basilica, an outstanding building with an exceptional mosaic pavement, played a key role in the evangelization of a large region of central Europe.

Selection Criteria

(iii)(iv)

Components(1 location)

• •Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia825quater

Details

Countries

Italy

ISO Codes

IT

Area

155.43 ha

Coordinates

45.7683, 13.3675