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The ruined Corinthian city of Apollonia
Apollonia is located in the western part on Albania, in the region of Fier, within close proximity to the village of Pojani and 120 km away from the capital city Tirana.
It is a ruined Corinthian city and is considered by specialists the greatest archaeological site in Albania, where the ancient remains can still be admired today. Two significant structures still stand today at Apollonia and these are the façade of a temple and a small Roman theatre ; there can be found a 13th century Byzantine monastery as well here. Archaeological excavations are still conducted on the site, with an intact Roman bust among the most recent discoveries here. The city was founded in 558 BC by the Greek settlers from Kerkyra (Corfu) and Corinth in the honour of the Greek God, Apollo. It was one the most important commercial cities in antiquity. The city flourished during the Roman period on the basis of trade with slaves but was later abandoned by the end of late antiquity.
If you are interested in history, culture and historical monuments, Apollonia should definitely be on the top of your must-visit places!
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