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The name of the city is mentioned among the modern bishoprics of the Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania (Apollonia and Fier). Apollonia is also a titular see of the Latin Church. The ruins were designated as an archaeological park on 7 April 2003 by the government of Albania .
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- Fier County, Albania
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- Illyria
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Nymphaion ( Ancient Greek: Νυμφαῖον, Nymphaîon) was the name given to the ancient sanctuary of the "eternal fire" located in southern Illyria, notably near Apollonia, in modern-day Albania. [1] The location also featured bitumen mines, which, still functioning today, have held a crucial role throughout the history of the region.
Vandals in Albania have destroyed a famous historical monument in ancient Apollonia causing “irreparable” damage. Founded in 588 BC by Greek colonists from Corfu and Corinth on a site where native...
The ancient city of Apollonia is situated in southwestern Albania, about 13 miles from the city of Fier. The fascinating landscape of the archeological park, which has been preserved in an exceptionally intact condition, comprises a successful combination between the beauty of monuments and nature, attractive through its long history, in an ...
Tirana is the capital and largest city in the country, followed by Durrës, Vlorë, and Shkodër . In ancient times, the Illyrians inhabited northern and central regions of Albania, whilst Epirotes inhabited the south. Several important ancient Greek colonies were also established on the coast.
Address. Pojan, Fier, Albania. See all sites in Fier. Details. Founded: 588 BCE. Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Albania. More Information. en.wikipedia.org. albania.al. Rating. 4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews) Apollonia was an ancient Greek city located on the right bank of the Vjosë river.
