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This famous old city has much history to explore. If you are into viewing and studying history you want to see this place. For Christians it has much meaning, but most remembered for the earthquake when Paul and Silas were in jail and the shaking opened all the jail doors and lossened their chains. Our groups really enjoy this stop and the Christian history there. If you interested in such a tour then you can contact us through our website.
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Written Feb 1, 2006
Website: Http://www.mustardseed.net/html/pphilipphid.html
The ancient theatre of Philippi was preserved in a quite good condition, with the alterations done by the Romans. It has been partially restored, in order to be used for the revival of the ancient performances. Such performances take place mainly in summer evenings, and watching one of them would be a great experience.
Written Jan 22, 2004
The museum was built in 1961 and includes four major collections of findings from the prehistoric settlement of Dikili-Tash and from the Hellenistic, Roman and Early Christian city of Philippi.
The architectural remains of the Hellenistic city of Philippi have not been excavated because they are covered by the ruins of the Roman city but a great number of Hellenistic grave stelae have been found on the site.
Updated Jan 22, 2004
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Luggage and bags: Luggage with wheels is always a good idea, wherever you are travelling.
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Always remember to bring a cap/hat that covers your head and neck for when it gets hot, as well as sunglasses.
Toiletries and Medical Supplies: Sunscreen (Factor 35 is the minimum factor I use, no matter what the weather is), headache tablets and usual little things like some plasters for blisters, cotton wool, germolene etc.
Photo Equipment: Your camera, with charger, and a EUROPEAN plug extension.
Miscellaneous: Have a map of the area handy, plus a local bird, flower and tree book. For this you also need a pair of good quality binoculars
Updated Jun 10, 2007
To think this all used to be swamp-land! The ruins of Philippi lie near the deserted hamlet of Filibedjik, fifteen kilometres from Kavala. We arrived on a VERY hot day - 38 degrees C *phew*... even...
The city of Filippi was built in 358 BC by the king of Macedonia Filippos II (father of Alexander the Great), at the place of an older town named Krinidae, whose habitants asked for protection....
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