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(1250m - 94km from Beirut)
The majestic remains of a Roman
temple stand in the center of the village of Deir Al Ashayer.
Over the years, the village has grown close
to the temple, but a walk around the immediate area will reveal the
village's creative re-use of temple elements. The large temple has
fine stonework and much remains to be admired. Molded entrances
frame the doorway. The stairway has vanished as well as most of the
porch, but several well preserved stretches of enclosure wall can still be
seen southeast of the temple.
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Getting There ...
From Chtaura (on
the Beirut-Damascus highway - 44km from Beirut) drive along the Beirut-Damascus road toward the Syrian
border. Just before the border post, turn left and continue for 8km
until you reach Yanta where you will have to turn left. 2km
later take the left fork and continue for
half a kilometer, then make a sharp right turn, proceeding for 15km.
(See
Beqaa Map)
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