states: [lebanon]
category: cultural
year: 1984
location: City and District of Baalbek, Beqaa Governorate
region: Arab States
latitude/longitude: 34.0070700000, 36.2049400000
Baalbek, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Lebanon, is renowned for its monumental Roman architecture, featuring some of the best-preserved temples from antiquity. The site includes the grand Temple of Jupiter, the intricately detailed Temple of Bacchus, and the circular Temple of Venus, showcasing exceptional engineering and artistic mastery. Built on earlier foundations, it reflects a blend of ancient cultures and religious traditions. Its historical significance and striking ruins make it a testament to human achievement across millennia.
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