The Temple of Bel

GPTKB entity

Statements (48)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:temples
gptkbp:architectural_style gptkb:Roman_architecture
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:trade_routes
ancient Near Eastern religion
gptkbp:constructed_in gptkb:Roman_Empire
1st century AD
local limestone
gptkbp:contains inscriptions in Aramaic
sculptures of deities
gptkbp:cultural_heritage gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
gptkbp:dedicated_to Bel
gptkbp:defeated gptkb:2015
gptkbp:dimensions approximately 50 meters high
gptkbp:features large courtyard
colonnaded entrance
inner sanctum
gptkbp:has a large altar
gptkbp:historical_period Roman period
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Temple of Bel
gptkbp:influenced later religious architecture
gptkbp:influenced_by Hellenistic architecture
gptkbp:is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
a cultural icon
a tourist attraction
a site of cultural significance
a historical monument
a subject of restoration efforts
a significant archaeological site
a site of historical importance
a site of international interest
a site of archaeological research
a representation of ancient architecture
a remnant of ancient civilization
a site of ancient worship
a landmark in Palmyra
a representation of ancient religious practices
a symbol of Palmyra's wealth
a symbol of ancient Palmyra
gptkbp:is_visited_by tourists
gptkbp:location gptkb:Palmyra
gptkbp:notable_for its monumental size
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Palmyra_archaeological_site
gptkbp:renovated after initial destruction
gptkbp:significance gptkb:archaeological_site
gptkbp:symbolizes cultural heritage of Syria
gptkbp:used_for rituals and sacrifices
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Syria
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4