Mosaics of Lin in Lin, Albania

The original basilica was long ago destroyed (7-8th century) but the foundation remains as do amazingly well-preserved floor mosaics.

There are different designs – animals, religious, but they are only uncovered one at a time in rotation to prevent damage from the sun.

The remaining mosaics remain covered with heavy plastic and sand and you can also see a cistern and catacomb. The gate to the area is locked and although it sounds like there used to be a sign with the caretaker’s phone number, that is now gone.

A visitor asked someone in town and they called the caretaker directly and he arrived within five minutes and showed the mosaic that was available at the time. The area is under consideration for UNESCO recognition.