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Temple of Bel

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The Temple of Bel, sometimes also referred to as the "Temple of Baal", was an ancient temple located in Palmyra, Syria. The temple, consecrated to the Mesopotamian god Bel, worshipped at Palmyra in triad with the lunar god Aglibol and the sun god Yarhibol, formed the center of religious life in Palmyra and was dedicated in AD 32. Temple of Bel is situated 1½ km east of Afqa Spring.

Temple of Baalshamin

Archaeological site

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The Temple of Baalshamin was an ancient temple in the city of Palmyra, Syria, dedicated to the Canaanite sky deity Baalshamin. The temple's earliest phase dates to the late 2nd century BC; its altar was built in 115 AD, and the temple was substantially rebuilt in 131 AD. Temple of Baalshamin is situated 1¼ km northeast of Afqa Spring.

Roman Theatre at Palmyra

Theater building

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The Roman Theatre at Palmyra is a Roman theatre in ancient Palmyra in the Syrian Desert. The unfinished theatre dates back to the second-century CE Severan period. Roman Theatre at Palmyra is situated 1 km east of Afqa Spring.

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Palmyra

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Palmyra was the only oasis in Syria and perhaps the only truly tourist town. Palmyra was known as Tadmor to the Syrians. Both meant the same thing - date palm.

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