Early Christian Basilica Ruins
Early Christian Basilica Ruins ruins, in operation across the season for residents and visitors.




Fifth-century basilica ruins in front of the Budva Citadel
The Early Christian Basilica remains occupy the open public square positioned directly in front of the Citadel fortress entrance. The site is dated to the late…The Early Christian Basilica remains occupy the open public square positioned directly in front of the Citadel fortress entrance. The site is dated to the late fifth century or early sixth century based on archaeological assessment. The structural layout visible at ground level follows a classical basilica plan comprising a single nave (main central corridor) and an apse (semicircular altar area at the eastern end). Low stone walls outline and define this floor plan, revealing the building's original dimensions and internal spatial division. The ruins were discovered during extensive post-earthquake reconstruction efforts following the destructive 1979 seismic event that damaged much of the Old Town. The site remained buried and undetected until this reconstruction period brought excavation work to the area.
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