Built in the fifth century, the Basilica of Arcadius was built in
the center of a glamorous complex just south of Alexandria in Karm Abu
Menas. Its roof is supported with 56 marble columns. The
Baptistery is located in the western end of the Basilica with corners rounded in
semicircular, polychrome marble niches. This is the only
Coptic monument that shows the use of these elements in
ancient Christian architecture. A church is located in
the west side of the basilica with a strong Egyptian and
Byzanthine architectural influence.
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