Lebanon

Temple d’Echmoun

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  • Philipp Peterer
  • Roger Ourset
The Temple of Eshmun is an ancient Phoenician cult complex, dedicated to the god of healing Eshmun. It dates from the 7th century BC and was used until the Byzantine period. It attracted pilgrims from afar. The sanctuary features a series of ritual ablution basins fed by canals.

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Full Name
Temple d’Echmoun (ID: 6429)
Country
Lebanon
Status
On tentative list 2019 Site history
History of Temple d’Echmoun
2019: Added to Tentative List
Added to tentative list
Type
Cultural
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UNESCO
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  • Archaeological site: Phoenician
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