This picture shows one of the most important sacred buildings of antiquity: the Temple of Baal in Palmyra, Syria. The almost rectangular main building of the temple, which was dedicated to the Mesopotamian sky god Baal, rises up in the background. In the foreground is a labyrinth of broken columns, capitals and wall elements - a chaotic mosaic spanning thousands of years.
The temple complex was the spiritual centre of Palmyra and reflected the cultural diversity of the city - a synthesis of Roman, Greek and local traditions. The preserved structure shows the former splendour of the sanctuary, which was long considered one of the best-preserved examples of ancient oriental temple architecture - until it was severely damaged by targeted blasting in 2015.
This photo captures a moment in history that has been irretrievably lost - and makes it impressively visible. It is not just a glimpse into the past, but an appeal to the cultural awareness of the present. A silent monument made of light and stone - ideal for rooms that breathe history.
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