Fertőrákos mithraeum

The Fertőrákos Mithraeum features a trapezoidal structure with a stone vault, incorporating natural rock walls on its southern and eastern sides.

Discovered in 1866 by stonemason György Malleschitz, this temple sanctuary underwent its first archaeological reconstruction, funded by a local Hungarian magistrate.

The temple contains three altars dedicated by Roman military personnel and politicians, demonstrating the connection between religious practices and social status.

The main chamber requires visitors to descend four steps into a nave that sits 80 centimeters below the entrance level.

The temple's dimensions vary from 3.65 meters at the southern end to 5.50 meters at the northern end, creating an unusual trapezoidal layout.

Location: Fertőrákos

GPS coordinates: 47.74142,16.65674

Latest update: March 18, 2025 00:47