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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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The Roman temple of Bziza is a first-century CE religious structure located in Lebanon, dedicated to the Arab god Azizos. It exemplifies the syncretism of Roman and local architectural styles with features such as a tetrastyle prostyle design and Ionic order detailing. The temple includes a square cella and an adyton, where the deity's image was originally housed. Over time, the temple was converted into a church during the Byzantine period and underwent further modifications in the Middle Ages. This site reflects the transition from pagan worship to Christianity in the region. It is significant for its architectural preservation and historical transformation, illustrating cultural and religious shifts over centuries.
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