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Qasr el Banat Temple

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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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Elevation: 1077 m

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