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  ELITE TRAVEL Ltd.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Though it is somewhat smaller than the remaining preserved basilicas of the same period, it is unique in that it is the only church of its type with the original structure preserved.
The main structure of the complex is the three nave basilica, with the central nave wider and taller and separated from the side naves by two series of arcades.
In the northeastern corner of the basilica, the trefoil Memorial Chapel is connected with an elliptical vestibule, while the external vestibule is connected with the spacious quadratic atrium.
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 Istria on the Internet - Philately - 1999 Postage Stamps
Indeed, after St Paul's basilica in Rome was destroyed in a fire in 1823, the Poreč basilica is the only early Christian basilica in the Western Christendom which has completely preserved its ancient architecture.
The Euphrasian basilica, the bishop's palace, the baptistry, the Cella Trichora, i.
The unique beauty of the apse and of the triumphal arch, enriched by incrustations from pagan temples, stuccoes, plastic art and paintings from the Renaissance and the Baroque, make both the Euphrasian basilica and its adjacent buildings a unique piece of architecture which was put under UNESCO protection in 1997.
www.istrianet.org /istria/philately/stamps/1999.htm   (2645 words)

  
 The world's top list of basilicas websites
Peter's Basilica is assigned to the Patriarch of Constantinople,
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Baltimore, Maryland
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, DC
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 The Hindu Business Line : Sail into the sun 'n' sand
The Euphrasian Basilica is an early Christian cathedral.
With its mosaics of precious stones and mother-of-pearl, the Euphrasius Basilica from the Byzantine period is easily the grand highlight of the old town.
The basilica's bell tower affords a magnificent view of the old town and its harbour.
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 Croatia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Centre of Poreč (45°13'45" N, 13°35'40" E)
The group of religious monuments in Porec, where Christianity was established as early as the 4th century, constitutes the most complete surviving complex of its type.
The basilica, atrium, baptistery and episcopal palace are outstanding examples of religious architecture, while the basilica itself combines classical and Byzantine elements in an exceptional manner.
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 Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Centre of Porec - World Heritage Site - Pictures, info and ...
Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Centre of Porec - World Heritage Site - Pictures, info and travel reports
The basilica, atrium, baptistery, and episcopal palace are outstanding examples of religious architecture, whilst the basilica itself combines classical and Byzantine elements in an exceptional manner.
Have you been to Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Centre of Porec?
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 Euphrasian Basilica: Facts and details from Encyclopedia Topic   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Euphrasian Basilica is a minor basilica (An early Christian church designed like a Roman basilica; or a Roman Catholic church or cathedral accorded certain privileges)
The basilica was built in the first half of the 6th century ((5th century - 6th century - 7th century - other centuries)...)
The complex is one of the best examples of early Byzantine art in the region.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /ref/euphrasian_basilica   (249 words)

  
 Special Places in Nature
Euphrasian Basilica at Porec, Croatia: The group of religious monuments in Porec, where Christianity was established as early as the 4th century, constitutes the most complete surviving complex of its type.
Churches of Peace in Jawor and Swidnica, Poland: The Churches of Peace in Jawor and Swidnica, the largest timber-framed religious buildings in Europe, were built in the former Silesia in the mid-17th century, amid the religious strife that followed the Peace of Westphalia.
Paleochristian and Byzantine Monuments of Thessalonika, Greece: Founded in 315 B.C., the provincial capital and sea port of Thessalonika was one of the first bases for the spread of Christianity.
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 Uvod   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
It was built on the remains of an earlier tri-naval basilica, in the first half of the 6th century, during the period of Bishop Euphrasius, whose name it bears.
The complex of the Euphrasian Basilica represents a significant global monument acknowledged by UNESCO organisation in the year 1997.
company and consists of information on the complex of the Euphrasian Basilica, as well as other historical and touristic facts of Poreč.
www.istra.com /pl/eng/baz00_2.html   (118 words)

  
 The Stutz's Travel Pictures
The landscape was laden with impressions of Spring: light green, fertile earth, and budding vines.
Built on the site of a 4th century basilica and a 5th century church, the complex includes a newer (6th century) church, atrium and baptistery.
After a heavy dose of the Euphrasian theological, we decided we needed a drink at the local round tower (very reminiscent of the White Tower in Thessaloniki, Greece).
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 Kras - Hrastovlje   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
It is famous for St. Trinity church dating from the beginning of 12th century and is a fine example of Istrian roman architecture.
The concept originates from Euphrasian basilica in Porec.
It also has hidden apses at the end of each of three naves.
itc.fgg.uni-lj.si /KRAS/hrastovl.htm   (166 words)

  
 Byzantine art Stock Image Photos. 91 Byzantine art images and photography available to buy from over 50 stock photo ...
Italy, Venice, Domes of the Saint Mark Basilica
The Basilica of the Agony at the Garden of Gethsemane...
Facade of the Basilica of San Marco in Venice, Italy
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 Porec - Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Porec - Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic
Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic
The group of religious monuments in Porec, where Christianity was History of Porec and The Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica, (City of Porec)
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 World Heritage Centre - World Heritage List
Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Centre of Poreč (1997)
Residences of the Royal House of Savoy (1997)
Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia (1998)
whc.unesco.org /pg.cfm?cid=31&id_site=809   (2586 words)

  
 Villa Laguna appartments in Porec, Croatia
Numerous people have visited Porec, situated on the Adriatic Sea on the western Istrian coast of Croatia and facing Italy, and wondered at its natural beauty.
Porec is cultural as well as beautiful and is the home of UNESCO's Euphrasian Basilica, the Romanesque House and the Temple Of Neptune, to name a few of its historic monuments.
Porec is also a town of good wine, olive oil and Istrian "Pršut" - smoked ham and cheese.
www.villalaguna.co.uk /english1.htm   (219 words)

  
 Croatia - Pre-Tour to Croatia: The Beautiful Istrian Peninsula   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
UNESCO World Heritage Sites (WHS): -1- The Basilica Complex in the Historic Center of Porec.
Day 5 - Your guided tour of Porec will include the magnificent 6th c.
Euphrasian Basilica (WHS), with incredible Byzantine mosaics, beautiful 15th c.
www.crosscultureinc.com /itinerary/croatianewitinerary1.aspx   (1089 words)

  
 UNESCO World Heritage Site: treasures of Croatia.(tourist attractions, personal narratives)(Brief Article) - ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
On our trip in June 2001 we visited five: Plitvice Lakes National Park, the historic center of Dubrovnik, the historic center of Split within the Palace of Diocletian, the Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the historic center of Porec, and the historic city of Trogir.
We then headed north, staying on the beautiful, coastal highway which surpasses California's Highway 1 for the views (and with a lot less traffic), and stayed in Split.
We continued along the coast, stopping in Trogir and at nearly all the many other walled towns, continuing around the Istrian Peninsula to Pula, Rovinj and Porec, where we visited our fifth UNESCO site, the Euphrasian Basilica.
highbeam.com /doc/1G1:99429412/UNESCO+World+Heritage+Site~C~+...   (320 words)

  
 SkyscraperCity Forums - Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Center of Porec (UNESCO)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
SkyscraperCity Forums - Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Center of Porec (UNESCO)
Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Center of Porec (UNESCO)
The group of religious monuments in Porec (Croatia), where Christianity was established as early as the 4th century, constitutes the most complete surviving complex of its type.
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 Create a free Post Card from Croatia - 'Euphrasian Basilica' - Travellerspoint
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This Euphrasian Basilica from the 6th century is a UNESCO's World Heritage site
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 Study Tours - Venice to the Dalmatian Coast Aboard Monet   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Our journey begins with two nights in Venice for visits to such world-renowned landmarks as the Palazzo Ducale and the Basilica of San Marco.
View the fantastic mosaics of Ravenna and the magnificent Roman ruins of Pula and Porec before attending a special series of presentations in Rijeka led by some of the region's leading academics.
Pula: Roman Arena, Triumphal Arch of the Sergii, Hercules Gate, Temple of Augustus; Porec: Euphrasian Basilica, Bishop's Palace, Temple of Neptune, Round Tower, Pentagonal Tower
www.nationaltrust.org /study_tours/catalog05/venice_dalmation.html   (351 words)

  
 Istria on the Internet - Towns - Pula / Pola
On December 7, 1997, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee inscribed 46 new sites on its World Heritage List, included among them the
episcopal complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the historic centre of Porec (C ii iii iv) with the following description:
The group of religious monuments in Porec, where Christianity was established as early as the 4th century, constitutes the most complete surviving complex of this type.
www.istrianet.org /istria/towns/porec?S=D   (119 words)

  
 YUGOSLAVIA OCT 87 - photos of sightseeing in Yugoslavia on Worldisround
There are over 100,000 beds available in the area, but the hotels and other facilities are widely spread, so the place never feels too crowded.
A visit to the old town (Porec is 2,000 years old) is a must, due to numerous historical sites, particularly the 6th century Euphrasian Basilica which is wonderfully preserved and is well known for its beautiful gold mosaics.
Oct 1987 we set out for a weeks holiday in Yugoslavia
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