Which temple complex in Mount Lebanon, located at an altitude of 1,550 meters, contains Roman altars, a tower tomb, and temples dedicated to Zeus and Atargatis?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Faqra archaeological site (Qalaat Faqra)
- Step 1: Qalaat Faqra sits in the upper Keserwan mountains beneath Mount Sannine.
- Step 2: The site features a monumental Roman tower tomb dated to 43 CE and an open-air sanctuary dedicated to Zeus Beelgalasos.
Answer
Faqra archaeological site (Qalaat Faqra).
Why not the others: 'Eshmun Temple' is a Phoenician river sanctuary near Sidon; 'Afqa Sanctuary' is dedicated to Adonis at the river source; 'Niha Temples' are in the Beqaa foothills.
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