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Christian Necropolis of Pecs
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- Name
- Christian Necropolis of Pecs
- Continent
- EUROPE
- Alt Name:
- -
- Country:
- Hungary
- Period:
- Ancient Rome
- Sub-Region:
- -
- Date:
- 300AD - 399AD
- City/Town:
- Pecs
- Figure:
- -
- Resorts:
- Pecs,
- Related:
about Christian Necropolis of Pecs
The Christian Necropolis of Pecs is a fourth century Roman mausoleum in Hungary, the ruins of which are UNESCO listed.
A remnant of what was the Roman town of Sopianae, one aspect which makes the Christian Necropolis of Pecs special is its unique architecture. The site is made up two levels, with subterranean tombs and above-ground chapels.
Visitors to the Christian Necropolis of Pecs can see their remains as well as several fascinating funerial murals.
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contact details
Address: Szent István tér 12, 7621 Pécs
Phone: +36 (72) 224-755
E-Mail: okereszteny.pecs@museum.hu
useful information
Directions:
Pecs is approx 200km south of Budapest. Regular trains run between Budapest and Pecs (2-3hrs).
Ticket Information:
Open 10am-4pm (to 6pm May-Oct). Entry costs 350 HUF full, 200 HUF reduced.
Links:
http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/853/
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