Kafr Zabad

Kafr Zabad, a village in Lebanon, is a significant archaeological site due to its ancient Roman heritage. The village is well-known for its proximity to two Roman antae temples, which George F. Taylor identified as part of the Beqaa Valley temple group. Although much of the temple structures have been destroyed, the foundations, and fragments of cella walls and pediments remain visible. Notable features include a relief of the Roman goddess Venus carved into a rock near the lower temple. The region also hosts a Roman sanctuary, likely dedicated to Mercury, accompanied by ancient quarries and shaft tombs from the Roman period. These archaeological elements underscore Kafr Zabad's historical importance and its role as a religious and cultural site during the Roman era.