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  • Petra. Jordan. View of the remains of the imposing Temenos Gate which dates from the 2nd century AD and marked the end of the commercial area and the entrance to the sacred precinct. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_055.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of a few of the remaining upright columns that once lined the Roman Cardo Maximus or Colonnaded Street in the city centre of Petra. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_005.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of some of the tombs facades from the Street of Facades at the Red Rose city of Petra. The street of facades has four levels of tightly packed carved tombs some with simple cornices incorporating crow step styling. The vast city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_043.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the majestic and breathless Hellenistic elegant facade of the world famous Treasury building at the Red Rose city of Petra. The Treasury dates to around the 1st century BC and is believed to be commissioned by the Nabatean king Aretas III. The King was a lover of all things Greek and he brought architects from the Greek Mediterranean world to Petra to help craft the building. Carved out of solid rock, the building rises 43 meters high and was used as a royal tomb and not as a treasury. The vast city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_002.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the spectacular contorted rock formations found along the winding path up to the Monastery. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_072.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the spectacular rock formations and dramatic and rugged landscape of the vast ancient rose red city of Petra. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_069.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the spectacular contorted rock formations found along the winding path up to the Monastery. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_068.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View from the Roman Cardo of the imposing Temenos Gate which dates from the 2nd century AD and marked the end of the commercial area and the entrance to the sacred precinct. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_053.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of a few of the remaining upright columns that once lined the Roman Cardo Maximus or Colonnaded Street in the city centre of Petra. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_052.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the monumental Royal tombs which are carved into the East Cliff or El-Khubtha mountain of Petra. The tombs from left to right are: the Palace tomb, Corinthian tomb, Silk tomb and the Urn tomb. They were built as burial places for Petra kings and Queens as well as for wealthy citizens. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_048.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of some of the tombs facades from the Street of Facades at the Red Rose city of Petra. The street of facades has four levels of tightly packed carved tombs some with simple cornices incorporating crow step styling. The vast city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_044.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the spectacular contorted rock formations found along the winding path up to the Monastery. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_067.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the monumental Royal tombs which are carved into the East Cliff or El-Khubtha mountain of Petra. The tombs from left to right are: the Palace tomb, Corinthian tomb, Silk tomb and the Urn tomb. They were built as burial places for Petra kings and Queens as well as for wealthy citizens. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_050.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the spectacular rock formations and dramatic and rugged landscape of the vast ancient rose red city of Petra. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_071.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the spectacular rock formations and dramatic and rugged landscape of the vast ancient rose red city of Petra. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_070.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. Views of imposing Temenos Gate in the foreground, and in the background are the facades of the Royal tombs, carved in the East cliff of Petra. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_054.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the monumental Royal tombs which are carved into the East Cliff or El-Khubtha mountain of Petra. The tombs from left to right are: the Palace tomb, Corinthian tomb, Silk tomb and the Urn tomb. They were built as burial places for Petra kings and Queens as well as for wealthy citizens. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_049.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of some of the tombs facades from the Street of Facades and the Classical theatre at the Red Rose city of Petra. The street of facades has four levels of tightly packed carved tombs some with simple cornices incorporating crow step styling. The Classical styled theatre dates from the 1st century AD. The vast city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_040.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the monumental Royal tombs which are carved into the East Cliff or El-Khubtha mountain of Petra. The tombs from left to right are: the Palace tomb, Corinthian tomb, Silk tomb and the Urn tomb. They were built as burial places for Petra kings and Queens as well as for wealthy citizens. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_006.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the remains of the imposing Temenos Gate which dates from the 2nd century AD and marked the end of the commercial area and the entrance to the sacred precinct. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_056.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of some of the tombs facades from the Street of Facades at the Red Rose city of Petra. The street of facades has four levels of tightly packed carved tombs some with simple cornices incorporating crow step styling. The vast city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_042.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the spectacular rock formations and dramatic and rugged landscape of the vast ancient rose red city of Petra. The vast rock carved city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago. It is a UNSECO world heritage listed site.
    Jordan_Petra_004.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View inside room three of the Roman Museum of a colossal bust of Jupiter or Zeus from the Temple of Jupiter.
    Libya_Sabratha_133.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of ancient Vats in the North-western Quarter of the ancient site which were possibly used to produce fish products.
    Libya_Sabratha_044.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the 1st century classical styled theatre at the Red Rose city of Petra. Built by the Nabataeans using a Hellenistic design, the theatre was renovated and enlarged by the Romans when they arrived in 106 AD. The theatre could accommodate around 8500 people.
    Jordan_Petra_047.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the magnificent mosaics from the Basilica of Justinian that were moved from the ruined basilica to the specially built section of the Roman museum. The central mosaic once occupied the basilica’s central nave and the mosaics on the wall were originally on the floors of the Basilica’s aisles. The mosaics date from after AD533 and craftsmen’s who created them are believed to been from the eastern Mediterranean.
    Libya_Sabratha_115.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. West side view of the theatre with the partially restored arched outer ring and stage buildingon the left. Originally dating from 175-200 AD, the theatre in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators and is one of the most graceful and impressive of the Roman world.
    Libya_Sabratha_106.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View a marble relief showing four military figures flanking the personification of Sabratha – not shown -.  This scene is from the central semicircular recess at the front of the theatre stage. Originally dating from 175-200 AD, the theatre in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators and is one of the most graceful and impressive of the Roman world.
    Libya_Sabratha_078.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of a headless but beautifully sculptured and draped marble statue of a female figure overlooking the sea beside the Seaward baths.
    Libya_Sabratha_056.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the Curia or Council chamber which was the meeting place of the city’s magistrates and senators and was originally built in the first century AD and then rebuilt in the fourth century after being destroyed by the 365 AD earthquake. A feature of it is the remains of the columns of cipollino and grey granite that once adorned the rectangular portico.
    Libya_Sabratha_037.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the podium of the Antonine Temple which dates from around 90-95 AD and is believed to have been dedicated to the Roman emperor Antoninus Pius.
    Libya_Sabratha_027.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Overview of the ancient site with the five colossal re-erected sandstone columns of the second century AD Temple of Liber standing out. In the foreground are the smaller columns and elevated podium of the Antonine Temple. The columns seen are made of sandstone however the originals were made of marble.
    Libya_Sabratha_018.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View over ancient residential quarters of the reconstructed triangular funerary monument known as Mausoleum B or Bes which was originally built in the first half of the second century BC. The monument is a relic of Punic Sabratha and rise over 24 metres high and is richly decorated with Egyptian and Greek figures and scenes.
    Libya_Sabratha_008.tif
  • Petra. Jordan.  Panoramic view of the southern Jordanian town of Wadi Musa, which is the gateway to the ancient rose red city of Petra, capital of the Kingdom of Nabataeans.
    Jordan_Petra_074.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the legendary Monastery which is the most awe inspiring monument at ancient rose red city of Petra. Dating from the third century BC, the Monastery is hidden above the hills and at least 60 minutes climb from the ancient city’s centre. Carved into the side of a mountain, the Monastery’s timeless Hellenistic facade is similar in design to that of the Treasury, although far larger at 45 meters high and 50 meters wide.
    Jordan_Petra_060.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the legendary Monastery which is the most awe inspiring monument at ancient rose red city of Petra. Dating from the third century BC, the Monastery is hidden above the hills and at least 60 minutes climb from the ancient city’s centre. Carved into the side of a mountain, the Monastery’s timeless Hellenistic facade is similar in design to that of the Treasury, although far larger at 45 meters high and 50 meters wide.
    Jordan_Petra_058.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the majestic and breathless Hellenistic elegant facade of the world famous Treasury building at the Red Rose city of Petra. The Treasury dates to around the 1st century BC and is believed to be commissioned by the Nabatean king Aretas III. The King was a lover of all things Greek and he brought architects from the Greek Mediterranean world to Petra to help craft the building. Carved out of solid rock, the building rises 43 meters high and was used as a royal tomb and not as a treasury.
    Jordan_Petra_037.tif
  • Petra. Jordan.  View of tourists walking through the narrow ravine known as the Siq, which gives a spectacular introduction and entrance to the ancient city. Formed by tectonic forces spilt the mountain in two, the Siq is 1200 metres long, up to 80 metres high in sections, and its narrowest point the wall are only two metres apart.  The vast ancient rose red city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago.
    Jordan_Petra_018.tif
  • Petra. Jordan.  View of the Obelisk Tomb and Bab as-Siq Triclinium Nabatean monuments on the path to the siq. The upper tomb is the Obelisk tomb, which dates from around the 1st century AD and is of Egyptian influence with its four pyramid Obelisks, and the lower tomb, the Triclinium , dates earlier and has a Hellenistic styling. The vast ancient rose red city of Petra is the ancient home of the Kingdom of Nabataeans who settled here there more than two thousand years ago.
    Jordan_Petra_012.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View in room 1 in the Roman Museum of a carpet like complete Mosaic from the removed from a house of Regio IV near the theatre.  The tondo contains portrait heads of a panther and lion and a scene of Dionysus / Liber Pater together with Ariadne in a chariot drawn by two panthers.
    Libya_Sabratha_140.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View inside room three of the Roman Museum of a colossal bust of Jupiter or Zeus from the Temple of Jupiter.
    Libya_Sabratha_132.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Overview of the ruins of ancient site, the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean and of the ancient harbour.
    Libya_Sabratha_013.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. The World Heritage Plaque on site at Sabratha.
    Libya_Sabratha_141.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View a marble relief showing a sacrificial scene with figures the pouring of a libation at the altar flanked by military figures on the right. This scene is from the central semicircular recess at the front of the theatre stage. Originally dating from 175-200 AD, the theatre in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators and is one of the most graceful and impressive of the Roman world.
    Libya_Sabratha_076.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View inside room three of the Roman Museum of a colossal bust of Jupiter or Zeus from the Temple of Jupiter.
    Libya_Sabratha_135.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the west side archway that leads onto orchestra and lower cavea section of the wonderful Roman theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.
    Libya_Sabratha_082.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Close-up view of the beautiful mosaics of the Seaward Baths which overlooks the sea and dates from the late first century AD.
    Libya_Sabratha_061.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the beautiful mosaics of the Seaward Baths which overlooks the sea and dates from the late first century AD. In the background is the awesome Theatre.
    Libya_Sabratha_059.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of a headless but beautifully sculptured and draped marble statue of a female figure overlooking the sea beside the Seaward baths.
    Libya_Sabratha_057.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of some of the late first century seats of the hexagonal latrine, which is paved and lined with fine marble and is located in the Seaward baths overlooking the blue water of the sea.
    Libya_Sabratha_047.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the restored arch at the west end entrance of the Curia or Council chamber with the great theatre in the background. The Curia was a meeting place of the city’s magistrates and senators and was originally built in the first century AD and then rebuilt in the fourth century after being destroyed by the 365 AD earthquake.
    Libya_Sabratha_036.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View towards the Curia or Council chamber forecourt and restored arch at the west end entrance. The Curia was a meeting place of the city’s magistrates and senators and was originally built in the first century AD and then rebuilt in the fourth century after being destroyed by the 365 AD earthquake.
    Libya_Sabratha_032.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View towards the Curia or Council chamber forecourt and restored arch at the west end entrance. The Curia was a meeting place of the city’s magistrates and senators and was originally built in the first century AD and then rebuilt in the fourth century after being destroyed by the 365 AD earthquake. A feature of it is the remains of the columns of cipollino and grey granite that once adorned the rectangular portico.
    Libya_Sabratha_028.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the majestic and breathless Hellenistic elegant facade of the world famous Treasury building at the Red Rose city of Petra. The Treasury dates to around the 1st century BC and is believed to be commissioned by the Nabatean king Aretas III. The King was a lover of all things Greek and he brought architects from the Greek Mediterranean world to Petra to help craft the building. Carved out of solid rock, the building rises 43 meters high and was used as a royal tomb and not as a treasury.
    Jordan_Petra_034.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Close up view of the details of a section of the elegant mosaic from the side naves of the Basilica of Justinian which now hangs on the side walls of the central halls of the Roman Museum. The mosaic date from after AD533 and craftsmen’s who created it are believed to been from the eastern Mediterranean.
    Libya_Sabratha_119.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the magnificent mosaics from the Basilica of Justinian that were moved from the ruined basilica to the specially built section of the Roman museum. The central mosaic once occupied the basilica’s central nave and the mosaics on the wall were originally on the floors of the Basilica’s aisles. The mosaics date from after AD533 and craftsmen’s who created them are believed to been from the eastern Mediterranean.
    Libya_Sabratha_113.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Close up view of the some of the elaborate details of a christian marble element that once occupied the Basilica of Justinian.
    Libya_Sabratha_112.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Partial view of a section of the outer ring - with stage building in the rear- of the theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.  One of the most graceful and impressive of the Roman world, the theatre’s imposing facade behind the stage towers three storeys high and consists of 108 fluted Corinthian columns.
    Libya_Sabratha_099.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Partial view of a section of the arched outer ring - with stage building in the rear- of the theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.
    Libya_Sabratha_097.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Partial view of the stage building through an arched auditorium lower entranceof the theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.  One of the most graceful and impressive of the Roman world, the theatre’s imposing facade behind the stage towers three storeys high and consists of 108 fluted Corinthian columns.
    Libya_Sabratha_093.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Partial view of the stage building, orchestra section and semicircular cavea or auditorium of the brilliantly restored theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.
    Libya_Sabratha_089.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the stage building, orchestra section and semicircular cavea or auditorium of the brilliantly restored theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.
    Libya_Sabratha_088.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the ornate detail towards the top of the stage building of the brilliantly restored theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.
    Libya_Sabratha_084.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the west side archway that leads onto orchestra and lower cavea section of the wonderful Roman theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.
    Libya_Sabratha_081.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the magnificent Roman theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.  One of the most graceful and impressive of the Roman world, the theatre’s imposing stage towers three storeys high and consists of 108 fluted Corinthian columns.
    Libya_Sabratha_071.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the partially restored Temple of Isis which originally dates from 69-79 AD during the time of Vespasian. Situated in the Sanctuary of Isis beside the shorefront, the Temple is of Hellenistic style and stood on a podium enclosed by columns and was built facing East like all Greek influenced temples.
    Libya_Sabratha_065.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of an ancient street in the north-western quarter of Sabratha. Apart from being a residential area, the street also shows signs of ancient Roman imperial commercial activity.
    Libya_Sabratha_043.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View towards the Curia or Council chamber forecourt and restored arch at the west end entrance. The Curia was a meeting place of the city’s magistrates and senators and was originally built in the first century AD and then rebuilt in the fourth century after being destroyed by the 365 AD earthquake.
    Libya_Sabratha_034.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of a inscribed statue base and restored arch at the west end entrance to Curia or Council chamber on the northern side of the forum. The Curia was a meeting place of the city’s magistrates and senators and was originally built in the first century AD and then rebuilt in the fourth century after being destroyed by the 365 AD earthquake. A feature of it is the remains of the   columns of cipollino and grey granite that once adorned the rectangular portico.
    Libya_Sabratha_031.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Overview of the ruins of ancient site with the five colossal re-erected sandstone columns of the second century AD Temple of Liber standing out against the background of the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean.
    Libya_Sabratha_020.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of five re-erected columns of the Temple of Liber which originally dates from the second century AD and was destroyed in the AD365 earthquake. The columns seen are made of sandstone however the originals were made of marble.
    Libya_Sabratha_014.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the beautiful mosaics of the Seaward Baths which overlooks the sea and dates from the late first century AD. In the background are the ruins of the Temple of Isis.
    Libya_Sabratha_004.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. View of the legendary Monastery which is the most awe inspiring monument at ancient rose red city of Petra. Dating from the third century BC, the Monastery is hidden above the hills and at least 60 minutes climb from the ancient city’s centre. Carved into the side of a mountain, the Monastery’s timeless Hellenistic facade is similar in design to that of the Treasury, although far larger at 45 meters high and 50 meters wide.
    Jordan_Petra_062.tif
  • Petra. Jordan. The Hellenistic elegant facade of the world famous Treasury building dramatically appears at the end of the narrow walls of the Siq at the Red Rose city of Petra. The Treasury dates to around the 1st century BC and is believed to be commissioned by the Nabatean king Aretas III. The King was a lover of all things Greek and he brought architects from the Greek Mediterranean world to Petra to help craft the building. Carved out of solid rock, the building rises 43 meters high and was used as a royal tomb and not as a treasury.
    Jordan_Petra_029.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of Mosaic from the House of the Tragic Actor which encloses four panel scenes – one a xenion or gift for strangers, showing a piece of meat, vegetables a pigs trotter and fruit. The other three panels show Tritons and Nereids consorting with one another. This mosaic is in Room 2 of the Roman museum.
    Libya_Sabratha_138.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View inside room three of the Roman Museum of a colossal bust of Jupiter or Zeus from the Temple of Jupiter.
    Libya_Sabratha_131.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of several mosaics and painted wall plaster found in Room 4 of the Roman Museum.
    Libya_Sabratha_125.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. The courtyard of the Roman museum.
    Libya_Sabratha_123.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the magnificent mosaics from the Basilica of Justinian that were moved from the ruined basilica to the specially built section of the Roman museum. The central mosaic once occupied the basilica’s central nave and the mosaics on the wall were originally on the floors of the Basilica’s aisles. The mosaics date from after AD533 and craftsmen’s who created them are believed to been from the eastern Mediterranean.
    Libya_Sabratha_114.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the two columns that once supported the altar-canopy of the Basilica of Justinian that were moved from the ruined basilica to the specially built section of the Roman museum. The mosaics date from after AD533 and craftsmen’s who created them are believed to been from the eastern Mediterranean.
    Libya_Sabratha_111.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. The courtyard of the Roman museum.
    Libya_Sabratha_107.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of a section of the partially restored arched outer ring of the theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.
    Libya_Sabratha_102.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Rear view of the theatre with the partially restored arched outer ring and stage building in the background. Originally dating from 175-200 AD, the theatre in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators and is one of the most graceful and impressive of the Roman world.
    Libya_Sabratha_103.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Partial view of the stage building through an arched auditorium lower entranceof the theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.  One of the most graceful and impressive of the Roman world, the theatre’s imposing facade behind the stage towers three storeys high and consists of 108 fluted Corinthian columns.
    Libya_Sabratha_094.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Partial view from between one of the passageway lower walls of the auditorium passageway of the stage building of the brilliantly restored theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.
    Libya_Sabratha_092.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Partial view of the stage building from one of the auditorium passageways of the theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.  One of the most graceful and impressive of the Roman world, the theatre’s imposing facade behind the stage towers three storeys high and consists of 108 fluted Corinthian columns.
    Libya_Sabratha_091.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View a marble relief showing priests leading a bull to be sacrificed at altar laden with fruit. This scene is from the central semicircular recess at the front of the theatre stage.
    Libya_Sabratha_079.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the middle section of the stage building and the central semicircular recess at the front of the stage with marble reliefs showing personifications of Rome and Sabratha flanked by soldiers and a sacrificial Bull.
    Libya_Sabratha_074.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the middle section of the stage building and orchestra section of the brilliantly restored theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.
    Libya_Sabratha_073.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the middle section of the stage building and orchestra section of the brilliantly restored theatre which originally dates from 175-200 AD and in its heyday could seat over 5000 spectators.
    Libya_Sabratha_072.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View at the site of the Temple of Hercules of the battered fragment of a marble statue of Hercules wearing the Nemean lion's skin headdress and pelt. In the background is the magnificent theatre.
    Libya_Sabratha_068.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Close-up view of the beautiful mosaics of the Seaward Baths which overlooks the sea and dates from the late first century AD.
    Libya_Sabratha_063.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the beautiful mosaics of the Seaward Baths which overlooks the sea and dates from the late first century AD.
    Libya_Sabratha_060.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. View of a headless but beautifully sculptured and draped marble statue of a female figure overlooking the sea beside the Seaward baths.
    Libya_Sabratha_052.tif
  • Sabratha. Libya. Seaview through a restored arch in the residential quarters of ancient Sabratha.
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  • Sabratha. Libya. View of some of the late first century seats of the hexagonal latrine, which is paved and lined with fine marble and is located in the Seaward baths.
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  • Sabratha. Libya. View of ancient Vats in the North-western Quarter of the ancient site which were possibly used to produce fish products.
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  • Sabratha. Libya. Overview of the ruins of ancient site with one of the most outstanding theatres of the ancient world in the background.
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  • Sabratha. Libya. Views of the Byzantine ruins of the Basilica of Justinian. Dating from the 6th century AD, the Basilica is famous for its magnificent mosaics which are now housed in the central wing of the Roman Museum.
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  • Sabratha. Libya. View of the restored arch at the west end entrance of the Curia or Council chamber with the great theatre in the background. The Curia was a meeting place of the city’s magistrates and senators and was originally built in the first century AD and then rebuilt in the fourth century after being destroyed by the 365 AD earthquake.
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