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🏛️ Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia

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🏛️ Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia
UNESCO World Heritage Site encompassing 155 hectares of Roman ruins in northeastern Italy


🕐 2 min read · Updated 1 Apr 2026 at 14:12

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  • UNESCO World Heritage Site covering 155 hectares of the ancient Roman city
  • Major economic, political, and military center during the Early Roman Empire
  • Patriarchal Basilica contains the largest mosaic floor in the Western Christian world
  • Ongoing archaeological excavations continue to reveal new discoveries

Aquileia was one of the largest and wealthiest cities of the Early Roman Empire, serving as a vital ...

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