What it is: A clay tablet inscribed with the oldest known map of the ancient world Where it is from: Abu Habba (Sippar), an ancient Babylonian city in what is now Iraq When it was made: Approximately ...

Though the ancient city lies in ruins, it’s still impressive. What’s left of the temple of Jupiter is no more than six columns, but each is a testament to the building acumen of the Romans.

As Israel intensified attacks in the Lebanese city of Baalbek, residents fled to an ancient Roman temple, hoping the site’s UNESCO status might save them. Search Query Show Search.

Lebanon's ancient heritage faces a barrage of Israeli airstrikes “My heart is breaking. My soul is aching,” an archaeologist said, as Israel’s bombardment threatens or destroys Roman ...