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  1. Apr 29, 2024 · The humble-looking little Mausoleum of Galla Placidia has the oldest – and to many, the best – mosaics in Ravenna. The little light that sneaks through its thin alabaster windows brings a glow ...

  2. 6 days ago · The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia in Ravenna. By the 5th century, structures with small-scale domed cross plans existed across the Christian world. Examples include the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, the martyrium attached to the Basilica of San Simpliciano, and churches in Macedonia and on the coast of Asia Minor.

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  4. Apr 25, 2024 · One of the earliest of Ravenna’s extant monuments is the mausoleum of Galla Placidia, built in the 5th century ce by Galla Placidia, the sister of the emperor Honorius. Its building technique is Western, but its Latin cross layout, with barrel vaults and a central dome, has Eastern prototypes.

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  5. 20 hours ago · Alaric had captured Galla Placidia, sister of the defeated Honorius, who accompanied the Visigoths from the Italian Peninsula to Gaul in 412. She was eventually married off to Ataulfo, Alaric’s successor and her wedding gifts consisted of 50 cases of jewels from the Temple of Jerusalem that Tito had seen fit to plunder in 70 AD.

  6. Apr 22, 2024 · Mausoleo di Galla Placidia, Via San Vitale, 17. Baptistery of Neon (Battistero Neoniano) After recharging our batteries over lunch, we were ready to explore more mosaic sites on our one day in Ravenna. Battistero Neoniano is a short walk from the basilica. Use the map they provide when you buy your tickets, or Google Maps, to find your way there.

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  7. Apr 18, 2024 · Built in the 5th century, this mausoleum houses the tomb of Galla Placidia, a Roman empress. The mosaics inside feature vibrant colors and intricate designs, depicting biblical themes and symbolizing the resurrection of Christ. The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia is a true gem of Ravenna’s artistic heritage. Dante’s Tomb

  8. Apr 23, 2024 · Undoubtedly, the mosaics and the monuments from Early Christianity are the main reason to visit Ravenna. The eight buildings became a UNESCO WHS in 1996 and are one of the most beautiful Heritage Sites in Europe. They date back to the 5th and 6th centuries, and they are among the best-preserved Early Christian monuments, especially regarding ...

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