Euphrasian Basilica
The Euphrasian Basilica (Croatian: Eufrazijeva bazilika, Italian: Basilica Eufrasiana) or the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of Mary is a Roman Catholic basilica in the Istrian town of Poreč, Croatia. The episcopal complex, which comprises the basilica itself, a sacristy, a baptistery and the bell tower of the nearby archbishop's palace, is an excellent example of early Byzantine architecture in the Mediterranean region.
| Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Centre of Poreč | |
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| Native name Croatian: Eufrazijeva bazilika | |
Euphrasian Basilica | |
| Location | Istria County, Croatia |
| Coordinates | 45°13′43″N 13°35′37″E |
| Area | 1.10 ha |
UNESCO World Heritage Site | |
| Type | Cultural |
| Criteria | ii, iii, iv |
| Designated | 1997 |
| Reference no. | 809 |
| Europe and North America | |
Cultural Good of Croatia | |
| Official name | Eufrazijeva bazilika |
Location of Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica in the Historic Centre of Poreč in Croatia | |
The Euphrasian basilica has for the most part retained its original shape, but accidents, fires and earthquakes have altered a few details. Since it is the third church to be built on the same site, it conceals previous buildings, for example the great floor mosaic of the previous basilica from the 5th century. Because of its exceptional value, it has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1997. The Basilica is also the Cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Poreč-Pula.