Temple of Jupiter at Baalbek photo copyrighted by: Galen R. Frysinger The Temple of Jupiter is one of the most impressive Temples in Baalbeck. It measures 88x48 meters and stands on a podium 13 meters above the surrounding terrain and 7 meters above the courtyard. It is reached by a monumental stairway.Byzantine Emperor Theodosius tore down the
altars of the Temple of Jupiter and built a basilica using the temple's stones and architectural elements.
Find more images in the gallery of Photorena.
All pics are under copyright of the photographer
|
