Some
HISTORY
One of the most important historical events of the area, contributing to the foundation of the Christian Church and the expansion of Christianity in the whole of Europe, is the disembarkment of Apostle Paul in the port of Neapolis (Kavala) in the spring of 50 AD following a divine vision and an imploring cry to get to Macedonia. He subsequently trailed to Philippi through Via Egnatia. In Philippi, although imprisoned by the Roman authorities, he found strong ground to preach this new religion which he brought from afar.
Finally outside the walls of Philippi, at the Zigakti river, he will baptize the first group ofEuropean Christians, most notably the first European christian woman, Lydia Porpyraria. The landmark ruins of Philippi with the enormous basilicas provide the evidence of Apostle Paul’s passage and its contribution to theEuropean civilization. In this area lies today the beautiful baptistery of St. Lydia.
Finally outside the walls of Philippi, at the Zigakti river, he will baptize the first group ofEuropean Christians, most notably the first European christian woman, Lydia Porpyraria. The landmark ruins of Philippi with the enormous basilicas provide the evidence of Apostle Paul’s passage and its contribution to theEuropean civilization. In this area lies today the beautiful baptistery of St. Lydia.
The
EXPERIENCE
This travel experience is specially designed by historians, travel guides, chefs and local experts to present you with the life of Apostle Paul and his first steps on Europe. During these five days of travel at the Philippi Park region, the visitor will step its first foot on the grounds of Kavala city, it’s beautiful port and old town in Panagia peninsula while following Apostle Paul footsteps through the ancient Via Egnatia.
This highly important economic road connecting Asia and Europe goes through the Archeological Site of Philippi (UNESCO monument) where the Apostle was imprisoned after preaching Christianity.
The city of Philippi used to be a spiritual place for many decades where ancient gods like Dionysus were praised. This was the place that Apostle Paul chose to baptize the first European Christian, named Lydia. The baptistery and church of Lydia, is the first emblem of Christianity attracting visitors from all over the world that seek to be baptized again at the sacred water of Zigaktis river.
This fertile valley is generously enriching the local gastronomy and wine production that the visitor will taste through all the days of the package.
This highly important economic road connecting Asia and Europe goes through the Archeological Site of Philippi (UNESCO monument) where the Apostle was imprisoned after preaching Christianity.
The city of Philippi used to be a spiritual place for many decades where ancient gods like Dionysus were praised. This was the place that Apostle Paul chose to baptize the first European Christian, named Lydia. The baptistery and church of Lydia, is the first emblem of Christianity attracting visitors from all over the world that seek to be baptized again at the sacred water of Zigaktis river.
This fertile valley is generously enriching the local gastronomy and wine production that the visitor will taste through all the days of the package.
Tour
INFORMATION
- Bus transfer to all guided tour
- Official guide of Philippi Park for all guided tour
- Official leader of Philippi Park during the whole tour
- Entrance at the Archeological Site of Philippi & Philippi Museum
- Entrance fee at the Baptistery of Lydia
- One (1) lunch with Park Philippi gastronomy products.
- Philippi Park gastronomy box with local products
- Official photographer of Philippi park to cover the expedition
- Map and things to do in the city
The
PROGRAM
ALL DAY
Gathering at starting point
Guided Tour at the Apostle Paul monument outside the church of St. Nicholas in Kavala. The spot where Apostle Paul first disembarked in Europe after leaving Samothrace island.
Walking Guided Tour through a section of Via Egnatia (Kavala) with simultaneous narrative of Apostle Paul’s journey, the significance of this path and its history
Guided Tour at the archaeological site of Philippi (UNESCO monument) – Navigation through the archaeological space and connection with Apostle Paul and findings that reveal his influence in he culture and history of the area.
Lunch at traditional restaurant with Philippi Park gastronomy
Guided Tour at the church and baptistery site of Lydia of Filippisia. The site is next to Zygaktis river, where the firstEuropean Christian, Lydia, was baptized. A very important Christianity place with a very special energy, that people tend to visit from all over the world, to experience baptism or Christianity history
Return to hotel (For summer period there is the option to head to the beach).
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