World Heritage Identification Number: 825
World Heritage since: 1998
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇮🇹 Italy
Continent: Europe
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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The Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia: A Unique Blend of History and Art
The Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia, located in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of northeastern Italy, is a remarkable testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the Roman Empire. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998, this site offers a unique blend of archaeology, architecture, and art that captivates visitors from around the world.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
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.
UNESCO Justification of the World Heritage Site
Criterion iii: Aquileia was one of the largest and most wealthy cities of the Early Roman Empire. Criterion iv: By virtue of the fact that most of ancient Aquileia survives intact and unexcavated, it is the most complete example of an Early Roman city in the Mediterranean world. Criterion vi: The Patriarchal Basilican Complex in Aquileia played a decisive role in the spread of Christianity into central Europe in the early Middle Ages.
Encyclopedia Record: Aquileia
Aquileia is a comune (municipality) in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of northeastern Italy. It is situated at the head of the Adriatic at the edge of the lagoons, about 10 kilometres (6 mi) from the sea, on the river Natiso, the course of which has changed somewhat since the Roman era.Additional Site Details
Area: 155.43 hectares
(iv) — Outstanding example of a type of building or landscape
(vi) — Directly associated with events or living traditions
Coordinates: 45.76833333 , 13.3675
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