Palmyra, Syria - Columns and Temple of Bel (Baal)
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Palmyra, Syria - Columns and Temple of Bel (Baal)
Palmyra, Syria - Columns and view toward the Temple of Bel (Baal). The temple ruins were destroyed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS) in August 2015.
circa 1980s
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© Mary Evans Picture Library/Hubertus Kanus
Archaeological Baal Bases Civilisation Columns Eighties Erosion Hubertus Kanus Palmyra Ruin Syria Syrian Unesco Weathered Base
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Palmyra, Syria: A Glimpse into the Ancient Civilization's Ruins - Columns and Temple of Bel (Baal) This evocative photograph, taken in the 1980s by renowned photographer Hubertus Kanus for Mary Evans Picture Library, captures the awe-inspiring ruins of Palmyra, Syria. The image offers a glimpse into the rich history and ancient civilization that once thrived in this region. The Temple of Bel (Baal), also known as the Temple of Baalshamin, is a significant archaeological site located in Palmyra. The temple, dedicated to the ancient Semitic god Baal, is a magnificent example of ancient Syrian architecture. The columns, with their intricately carved bases, line the temple's collonnade, creating a grand entranceway. The weathered and eroded columns, a testament to the passage of time and the elements, stand tall against the backdrop of the arid Syrian landscape. However, this serene image of history and heritage was shattered in August 2015 when the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS) destroyed the Temple of Bel, along with other ancient sites in Palmyra. The destruction was a devastating loss to the world's cultural heritage, leaving many to mourn the irreplaceable history that was once preserved within these ancient walls. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting our world heritage sites. Palmyra, with its ancient ruins and rich history, continues to be a significant archaeological site and a testament to the ancient civilizations that once called this land home.
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