About this property
Philippi ( ; Ancient Greek: Φίλιπποι , Phílippoi ) was a major mainland Greek city northwest of the nearby island, Thasos. Its original name was Crenides (Ancient Greek: Κρηνῖδες , Krēnĩdes "Fountains"). The city was renamed by Philip II of Macedon in 356 BC and abandoned in the 14th century after the Ottoman conquest. The present village of Filippoi is located near the ruins of the ancient city within the modern city of Kavala, in turn a part of the administrative region of East Macedonia and Thrace. The archaeological site was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016 because of its exceptional Roman architecture, its urban layout as a smaller reflection of Rome itself, and its importance in early Christianity.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 90001241. It was listed on August 28, 1990.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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When was Philippi Historic District listed on the National Register?
Philippi Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 28, 1990.
What type of historic resource is Philippi Historic District?
Philippi Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Philippi Historic District?
The period of significance for Philippi Historic District is recorded as the listed era.
Can I research the history near Philippi Historic District?
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