It is replete with history, including eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Mausoleum of Galla Placida; the Church of St. Vitale; the Neonian Baptistery; the Archiepiscopal Chapel; Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo; the Arian Baptistery; the Mausoleum of Theodoric and the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare in Classe.
Ancient European city in 'motor valley' that is home to unbelievable number of historical sites One European city is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, nestled in a region that is known for 'the motor valley'.
The monuments, which are well preserved, are known for their polychrome mosaics — intricate and colourful works of art made by setting small pieces of material, called tesserae, together to create patterns.
The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia is a small yet magnificent early Christian structure which was built in the fifth century.
The Mausoleum of Galla Placidia is one of the oldest monuments in Ravenna.
