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Early Christian Basilica

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Early Christian Basilica

In the location of the ancient city of Olous, in the isthmus of Poros and the bay of Kolokytha of the peninsula of Spinalonga, an excavation brought to light two three-aisled basilicas that date back to the first Byzantine period. In the basilica of Poros there is a mosaic floor with geometric and plant motifs, with depictions of fish and birds.

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Time period: 5th-7th century
Architectural type: Triple aisle basilica
Location: Elounda
Access: Dirt road

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