The basilica is noted for its luxurious internal decoration, its walls are designed with subtle mosaic sets and marble inlays. The Ostrogoth’s tomb constructions are part of the historical heritage of the city too. The Mausoleo di Teodorico is a unique building, which is mainly built of limestone blocks.
The Mausoleo di Teodorico is among the sights of the global significance attracting annually thousands of tourists to the destination. The Palazzo di Teodorico is one of the most remarkable architectural sights of the city of Ravenna. No one still knows for sure a true purpose of this building. According to several versions the building of the palace was built on a place of a chapel. Another version is that the palace was previously used as a fortifying construction. According to the third version the palace was home to warders.
An exact date of palace establishment is still unknown, admittedly it was built in the middle of the 8th century. The palace features original architectural style, its front side is decorated with refined arches and columns, eaves and loggias. The Battistero degli Ariani is a recommended site to include into a schedule of Ravenna vacation. This beautiful octagonal building was made of burnt bricks. The building looks amazing being embraced with a garden of ancient trees. The main elements of its interior decoration are magnificent ornaments and ancient mosaics covering its walls.
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