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Qasr el Banat Temple
Qasr el Banat Temple
Qasr el Banat is an ancient temple situated in the Baalbek District of the Beqaa Governorate in Lebanon. It is believed the site was called the castle of virgins and was the residence of virgins in Roman times. It is suggested that the temple is dating back Ancient Greek era or earlier.
Site Information
Country: Lebanon
District: Beqaa Governorate
Category: Ancient Temples
Site History: 1st Century BC
Oldest Culture: Ancient Greek
Later Cultures: Roman
Site Features: Roman Monuments
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