Temple of Bel in Palmyra
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Temple of Bel in Palmyra

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The Temple of Bel in Palmyra, Syria, was dedicated to the Semitic god Bel, along with Aglibol and Yarhibol. Built between the 1st and 2nd centuries AD, it featured a mix of Greco-Roman and Eastern architectural styles. Destroyed by ISIS in 2015, it previously drew over 150,000 visitors annually. Digital reconstruction efforts underscore its cultural significance and represent the broader heritage loss due to conflict.