Ancient City of Philippi

Founded by Philip II of Macedon in 356 BC to control nearby gold mines, Philippi sits on the Via Egnatia in northeastern Greece [1] [2]. Site of the pivotal 42 BC battle where Octavian and Antony defeated Brutus and Cassius [2] [3]. The Apostle Paul visited in 49/50 AD, establishing one of Europe's first Christian communities [1] [2] [4]. Remains include a Roman forum, theatre, basilicas, and an octagonal church [1] [2]. UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2016 [1] [2].