CHURCH OF THE PROPHET ELIJAH AND CRYPT OF ST-ELIANUS

The remains of this early 7th century Byzantine church are located in the Archaeological Park, west of the Church of the Virgin Mary. It is named after the medallion bearing the name of the prophet Elijah, which can be seen in the nave. This was once decorated with a peacock. The crypt is located under the altar and was connected to the nave by two staircases. It would be older than the church and dates back to 595. It is composed of a simple apse with 3 niches.