Basilica of Saint Michael, Minor basilica in Arapaj, Albania.
The Basilica of Saint Michael features a longitudinal axis measuring 60 meters with a width of 20 meters at the narthex and 30 meters at the apse.
The construction of this early Christian basilica dates to 401 AD during the reign of Byzantine emperor Anastasius I Dicorus and remained active until 1081.
The excavated mosaic within the basilica structure provides evidence of Byzantine influence on the architectural and decorative elements in fifth-century Albania.
The archaeological site stands 5 kilometers southeast of central Durrës and visitors can enter through the north gate of the fenced perimeter.
The building contains four entrances and includes a burial chamber on the south side where archaeologists discovered the remains of two individuals.
Location: Durrës District
Location: Durrës County
Location: Durrës Municipality
Location: Arapaj
Inception: 5 century
GPS coordinates: 41.30136,19.50570
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:19
Durrës Amphitheater
5.2 km
Durrës Castle
5.1 km
Aleksandër Moisiu University of Durrës
6.1 km
Royal Villa of Durrës
5.8 km
Great Mosque in Durrës
5.2 km
Beach of Durrës
1.7 km
Durrës Archeological Museum
5.6 km
Besa Stadium
13.2 km
Fatih Mosque, Durrës
5.1 km
Shkëmb i Kavajës
2.3 km
Aleksandër Moisiu Theatre
5.2 km
Kavajë Mosque
13.9 km
Plazhi i Golemit
4.5 km
St. Paraskevi's Church, Çetë
12.8 km
Clock Tower of Kavajë
13.9 km
Concathedral of St. Lucia
5 km
Tophane well
5.3 km
Ethnographic Museum of Durrës
5.1 km
Hamami në oborrin e shkolles 16 Shtatori
5 km
Ethnographic Museum of Kavajë
14.1 km
Porto Romano
10.7 km
Venetian Tower
5 km
House of Man Kashami
14.1 km
House of Haxhi Alushi
14 km
Museum of Martyrs
5.4 km
Durrës Orthodox Cathedral
4.9 km
House of Haxhi Myftari
14.1 km
House of Bajram Xhani
14.1 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes