Temple of Bacchus, Baalbek

Name: Temple of Bacchus
Address: Baalbek, Lebanon

#2 among attractions in Baalbek

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The Temple of Bacchus is part of the Baalbek temple complex located in the broad Al-biqā, Lebanon. The temple complex is considered an outstanding archaeological and artistic site of Imperial Roman Architecture and was inscribed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. This monument to Bacchus is one of the best preserved and grandest Roman temple ruins; its age is unknown, but its fine ornamentation can be dated to the second century CE. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Classical architectureHeight: 102 ftCoordinates: 34°0'22"N, 36°12'14"E

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Temple of Bacchus – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Temple of Jupiter, Stone of the Pregnant Woman, Iaat, Duris.

~310 ftNW
Ruins
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Obelisk
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Town, Memorial
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Archaeological site
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Archaeological site
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