French: Nécropole paléochrétienne de Pécs (Sopianae)
The Early Christian Necropolis of Pécs (Sopianae) is a World Heritage site in Hungary defined by the UNESCO in 2000 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location.
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"In the 4th century, a remarkable series of decorated tombs were constructed in the cemetery of the Roman provincial town of Sopianae (modern Pécs). These are important both structurally and architecturally, since they were built as underground burial chambers with memorial chapels above the ground. The tombs are important also in artistic terms, since they are richly decorated with murals of outstanding quality depicting Christian themes."
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