Random Moments Gateway To The Jerash Cathedral Along Cardo Maximus is the gateway to the Jerash Cathedral. The church is in ruins and is built on the site of a Roman temple. Gateway To Artemis Temple This is the one small part of the huge Propylaeum – a monumental gateway to Artemis Temple. This entrance was…
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Jerash, Jordan – The Ancient Greco-Roman City of Gerasa/Jerash – Incredible Cardo Maximus – The Nymphaeum
The Nymphaeum This large Nymphaeum (with a water fountain fed by an aqueduct) was my favourite location along Cardo Maximus. Why? Because, it reminded me of the Treasury in Petra (on our to see list and the reason for booking this trip to Jordan). A Nymphaeum is a scared monument dedicated to the nymphs. Roman…