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The Great Baths - Leptis Magna, Libya
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The Great Baths - Leptis Magna, Libya
circa 1910s
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Bath Baths Carthaginian Columns Hadrianic Leptis Libya Libyan Magna Mouth Pool Ruin Wadi
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The Great Baths of Leptis Magna, Libya (circa 1910s): A Timeless Testament to Ancient Grandeur This evocative postcard image transports us back in time to the ancient Roman city of Leptis Magna in Libya, showcasing the magnificent Great Baths, a marvel of architectural brilliance and engineering prowess from the Hadrianic period (circa AD 125-138). Leptis Magna, once a thriving Carthaginian and later Roman city, was a significant cultural and economic center in the northernmost part of Africa. The city's grandeur is evident in this postcard, which captures the intricately carved columns and the vast, serene pool that once served as a social and therapeutic hub for its inhabitants. The Great Baths, with their impressive Doric and Ionic columns, were a symbol of the wealth and power of the Roman Empire. The pool, measuring approximately 130 meters long, 70 meters wide, and 5 meters deep, was fed by the Mouth of Wadi Lebda, a natural spring. The baths were renowned for their advanced heating system, which ensured a comfortable temperature for the bathers. The image, taken in the early 1900s, offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the grandeur and sophistication of the ancient world. Today, the Great Baths of Leptis Magna stand as a testament to the ingenuity and artistic achievements of the civilizations that once called this land home. A visit to these ruins is a humbling reminder of the enduring power of history and the beauty of the world's ancient treasures.
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