The Episcopal Basilica of Philippopolis

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"A recently restored museum built around the archaeological remains of an early Christian basilica whose Late Antique floor mosaics (dating to the 4th–6th centuries) were rediscovered in 1982. The site, reopened with an elevated glass walkway in 2021, allows visitors to view exquisite geometric patterns and bird motifs up close while ongoing excavation and conservation continue." - Sarah Souli Sarah Souli Sarah Souli is a journalist based in Greece. She writes about people, places, and politics, usually in combination. Her work has appeared in The Economist, Politico, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, The Guardian, and others. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines