Philippi was an ancient mainland Greek city located northwest of the island of Thasos. Originally known as Crenides, it was renamed by Philip II of Macedon in 356 BC. The city remained inhabited until it was abandoned in the 14th century following the Ottoman conquest.
The archaeological site of Philippi is currently located near the village of Filippoi within the modern city of Kavala, situated in the administrative region of East Macedonia and Thrace. It is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its significant Roman architecture, its urban layout which reflects the structure of Rome, and its historical importance regarding early Christianity.
The location is also historically notable as the site of the Battle of Philippi in 42 BC.