Merida, Spain.

Dianas Temple.

Despite its name this temple was probably devoted to worshiping Emperor Augustus, not to Diana, as can be understood from the many sculptorial elements found. They represent persons from the Imperial family: the divine Emperor himself and the Genius of Senate. During the 16th. century, the Palace of Count los Corbes was built within the ruins, using materials from them. So this beautiful monument was spoilt but at the same time preserved.

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