Temple of Artemis, Roman temple in Jerash, Jordan.
The Temple of Artemis features eleven Corinthian columns standing at 13.20 meters high, with a grand staircase leading to an elevated platform.
Construction of this religious complex began around 136 AD during the reign of Emperor Antoninus Pius, following the Bar Kokhba revolt.
The temple contained a special chamber called thalamos where a statue of Artemis, the patron goddess of ancient Gerasa, stood at the back.
The temple structure incorporates an extensive network of underground vaults accessed through staircases from the main worship area.
The columns demonstrate advanced Roman engineering through their flexible design, allowing subtle movements during seismic activity or strong winds.
Location: Jerash
Address: 7VJR+Q97, Jerash, Jordan Jerash Jerash
Opening Hours: Poniedziałek-Piątek 08:00-17:00; Sobota-Niedziela 09:00-17:00
Website: https://youtube.com/watch?v=QVGDPUhln74
GPS coordinates: 32.28185,35.89107
Latest update: May 10, 2025 20:25
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