Euphrasian Basilica

     Yet, most visitors stare in wonder at the glittering Byzantine mosaics in the apse. At the very top, Christ on his throne presides over his twelve apostles. Below, Mary is seated on a celestial globe surrounded by angels. On the left is Bishop Euphrasius with a model of the Basilica in his hand. To the left of the windows is an extraordinary representation of the Annunciation with a beatific Mary.

      Next door is the Bishop's Palace, now a small museum that contains other mosaics and ancient stone fragments. Don't miss the fish mosaic which is thought to date from the 4th century.

      Part of the structure includes remnants of the 4th century Basilica upon which this "newer" version was constructed. Little remains but the rectangular floor plan, some walls and columns and an early mosaic.

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World Heritage Sites in Croatia

Porec Guide

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