The ruins of the most mysterious ancient temple in the Roman Empire

Located in Lebanon's Beqaa Valley, Baalbek is one of the world's most spectacular ancient sites, attracting the curiosity of archaeologists.

1. Baalbek was once an important religious center of Rome. The ancient Romans built a magnificent temple complex here, notably the Temple of Jupiter – the largest ever built. Photo: Pinterest.

2. The name Baalbek comes from the god Baal. Before the Roman occupation, this area was a place of worship for Baal – the sky god in ancient Canaanite religion. Photo: Pinterest.

3. It is still unclear who built the original foundation. Some researchers believe that the giant base may have existed before the Romans, belonging to an older civilization. Photo: Pinterest.

4. It contains the largest blocks of stone ever moved by man. The blocks at the Baalbek temple foundation, such as the “Stone of the Pregnant Woman,” weigh up to 1,000 tons – an engineering mystery that has yet to be fully solved. Photo: Pinterest.

5. The Temple of Bacchus at Baalbek is one of the best preserved ancient structures. The Temple of Bacchus is still intact with its stone columns, reliefs and interior, a testament to the sophistication of Roman architecture. Photo: Pinterest.

6. Used to be a fortress during the medieval Islamic period. In the 7th–12th centuries, the area was converted into a fortress to defend against invasions. Photo: Pinterest.

7. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Baalbek has been listed as a World Heritage Site since 1984 due to its great architectural, archaeological and historical value. Photo: Pinterest.

8. There are still many mysteries that have not been solved. From the construction techniques to the origin of the super-large stone blocks, Baalbek continues to give archaeologists and historians headaches in deciphering. Photo: Pinterest.

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