GreeceFounded by Philip II of Macedon in 356 BC to control nearby gold mines, Philippi sits on the Via Egnatia in northeastern Greece. Site of the pivotal 42 BC battle where Octavian and Antony defeated Brutus and Cassius, ending the Roman Republic. The Apostle Paul visited in 49/50 AD, establishing one of Europe's first Christian communities. Remains include a Roman forum, theatre, basilicas, and an octagonal church. UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2016.
Ancient City of Philippi
| Type | City/town/settlement |
|---|---|
| Period | 500 BC - 1 AD |
| Country | Greece |
| Coordinates | 41.0115° N, 24.2889° E |