Baalbec Collection

View of the ruins of the temple complex in Baalbek, before 1744-after 1760. Creator: Anon
View of the ruins of the temple complex in Baalbek, before 1744-after 1760

Vuie General De Balbek, Syrie #438, Printed c.1870. Creator: Felix Bonfils
Vuie General De Balbek, Syrie #438, Printed c.1870

Vue du Temple de Jupiter, a Baalbek (Heliopolis), September 15, 1850

Baalbec, Lebanon

Lebanon Baalbec pre-1900

Ancient Temple site, Baalbec, Lebanon, Victorian period

Baalbeck (Heliopolis), Colonnade Du Temple Du Soleil;Syrie, 1849 / 51, printed 1852
Baalbeck (Heliopolis), Colonnade Du Temple Du Soleil; Syrie, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 121 from the album " egypte, nubie, palestine et syrie" (1852)

Temple De Jupiter aBaalbeck (Heliopolis, Interieur Du Naos;Syrie
Temple De Jupiter a Baalbeck (Heliopolis, Interieur Du Naos; Syrie, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 125 from the album " egypte, nubie)

Baalbeck (Heliopolis), Temple Du Jupiter, Facade Occidentale;Syrie, 1849 / 51
Baalbeck (Heliopolis), Temple Du Jupiter, Facade Occidentale; Syrie, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 124 from the album " egypte, nubie

Baalbeck (Heliopolis), Temple De Jupiter, Facade Orientale;Syrie, 1849 / 51
Baalbeck (Heliopolis), Temple De Jupiter, Facade Orientale; Syrie, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 123 from the album " egypte, nubie

Baalbeck (Heliopolis), Hemicycle De L Enciente Des Temples Du Soleil Et De Jupiter; Syrie, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 120 from the album " egypte, nubie

Baalbeck, Interieur De L Enceinte Des Temples Du Soleil Et De Jupiter;Syrie
Baalbeck, Interieur De L Enceinte Des Temples Du Soleil Et De Jupiter; Syrie, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 119 from the album " egypte, nubie

The Ruins of Baalbec (colour litho)
6004759 The Ruins of Baalbec (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ruins of Baalbec)

Lebanon Range and Baalbec (engraving)
2774981 Lebanon Range and Baalbec (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lebanon Range and Baalbec)

Immense Stone at Baalbec (engraving)
2791431 Immense Stone at Baalbec (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Immense Stone at Baalbec. Illustration for The World of Wonders (Cassell, 1896)

Source of the Barada River at Baalbek, Baalbec, Lebanon
Vintage 19th century photograph: source of the Barada River at Baalbek, Baalbec, Lebanon

View inside the Acropolis, Baalbec, Baalbek, Lebanon
Vintage 19th century photograph: view inside the Acropolis, Baalbec, Baalbek, Lebanon

Baalbec, Baalbek, Syria, entrance to the fortress
Vintage 19th century photograph: Baalbec, Baalbek, Syria, entrance to the fortress

View of Baalbek, Baalbec, Syria
Vintage 19th century photograph: view of Baalbek, Baalbec, Syria

Ruins of the Temple of the Sun at Baalbec, 1861 (oil on canvas)
824438 Ruins of the Temple of the Sun at Baalbec, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Roberts, David (1796-1864); 150x240 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruins of the Temple of the Sun at Baalbec)

The Ruins of the Smaller Temple at Baalbeck, (oil on canvas)
658851 The Ruins of the Smaller Temple at Baalbeck, (oil on canvas) by Roberts, David (1796-1864); 61.6x121.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ruins of the Smaller Temple at Baalbeck)

An Artists Pilgrimage to the Holy Land, VII (engraving)
1060074 An Artists Pilgrimage to the Holy Land, VII (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Artists Pilgrimage to the Holy Land, VII)

The German Emperor and Empress in Syria, unveiling the Tablet commemorating Their Imperial Majesties Visit to Baalbec
1606802 The German Emperor and Empress in Syria, unveiling the Tablet commemorating Their Imperial Majesties Visit to Baalbec (engraving) by Prior

Lebanon Range and Baalbec (engraving)
2788356 Lebanon Range and Baalbec (engraving) by Woodward, John Douglas (1846-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lebanon Range and Baalbec)

Great Stone at Baalbec (engraving)
970964 Great Stone at Baalbec (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Stone at Baalbec)

Gateway in Baalbec (engraving)
5202137 Gateway in Baalbec (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gateway in Baalbec)

Baalbec, May 7th 1839, c. 1842-1849 (hand-coloured lithograph)
986053 Baalbec, May 7th 1839, c.1842-1849 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Roberts, David (1796-1864) (after); 62x40.2 (folio size) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Baalbec, May 7th 1839)

Posticum of the Little Temple, Baalbec (engraving)
3653787 Posticum of the Little Temple, Baalbec (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Posticum of the Little Temple, Baalbec)

Baalbec (engraving)
3654775 Baalbec (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baalbec. Illustration for The Illustrated Universal Gazetteer edited by William Francis Ainsworth)

Arab Temple at Baalbec (engraving)
970963 Arab Temple at Baalbec (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arab Temple at Baalbec)

Temple of Jupiter, 1880s. Creator: Unknown
Temple of Jupiter, 1880s

Hexagonal Court, Temple of Jupiter, Baalbek, 1843. Creator
Hexagonal Court, Temple of Jupiter, Baalbek, 1843

Baalbek, 1843-44. Creator: Joseph Philibert Girault De Prangey
Baalbek, 1843-44

The Temple of the Sun at Baalbec, ca. 1870. Creator: Felix Bonfils
The Temple of the Sun at Baalbec, ca. 1870

Vue generale des ruines de Baalbek, prise a l Est, September 1850

Temple de Jupiter, a Baalbek (Heliopolis), September 15, 1850

Colonnade du Temple du Soleil, a Baalbek (Heliopolis), September 1850

Interieur de l enceinte du Temple de Baalbek (Heliopolis), September 15, 1850

Porte du Temple de Jupiter, a Baalbek (Heliopolis), September 1850

Colonnade interieure du Naos du Temple de Jupiter, a Baalbek (Hé
Colonnade interieure du Naos du Temple de Jupiter, a Baalbek (Heliopolis), September 15, 1850

Hemicycle de l enceinte des Temples, a Baalbek, September 15, 1850

Colonnade occidental du Temple de Jupiter, a Baalbek (Heliopolis), September 15, 1850

Cairo: The Obelisk of Eliopolis, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Cairo: The Obelisk of Eliopolis, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards

Baalbec, 1841, (1922). Creator: David Roberts
Baalbec, 1841, (1922). The Gateway to the Great Temple at Baalbec, 19th century depiction of Roman ruins at the ancient site of Baalbek in the Lebanon

The Battle of Heliopolis, 29 Ventose, Year 8 (20 March 1800). Artist: Edme Bovinet
The Battle of Heliopolis, 29 Ventose, Year 8 (20 March 1800). The French under Jean Baptiste Kleber defeated a Mamluk army sent by the British to try to force the French out of Egypt

The First Attempt at Launching, 1877, (1910). Cleopatras Needle was originally erected in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis on the orders of Thutmose III, around 1450 BC

Preparing to Launch, 1877, (1910). Cleopatras Needle was originally erected in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis on the orders of Thutmose III, around 1450 BC

Putting on the Casing, 1877, (1910). Cleopatras Needle was originally erected in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis on the orders of Thutmose III, around 1450 BC

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Baalbec, a mesmerizing ancient temple site located in Lebanon, has captivated visitors for centuries. Steeped in history and grandeur, Baalbec stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of this region. Dating back to pre-1900s Lebanon, Baalbec's majestic ruins have withstood the test of time. Once an important religious center dedicated to the Phoenician god Ba'al, it later became a Roman city renowned for its colossal temples. During the Victorian period, explorers and archaeologists were drawn to this magnificent site. They marveled at the intricate carvings and imposing structures that adorned Baalbec's landscape. These intrepid adventurers sought to uncover the secrets hidden within these ancient walls. Pre-1900s photographs of Lebanon showcase Baalbec in all its glory. The sheer scale of its architecture leaves one awestruck - towering columns reaching towards the heavens and intricately designed friezes depicting mythological scenes transport visitors back in time. Today, tourists from around the world flock to witness this architectural marvel firsthand. Walking amidst these ancient ruins is like stepping into another era - a tangible connection between past and present. As you explore Baalbec today, imagine yourself transported back thousands of years ago when this site was bustling with life and vibrant ceremonies honoring deities long forgotten. Let your imagination run wild as you stand before these monumental structures that have witnessed countless generations come and go. Baalbec remains an enduring symbol of Lebanon's rich historical legacy; it serves as a reminder that even after centuries have passed, our human desire for greatness endures through artistry and craftsmanship that transcends time itself.