THE ROMAN TEMPLE OF CHHIM
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The site includes a small tetrastyle Roman temple with a bas-relief dedicated to the Sun god on its façade. This temple was part of an inhabited village from the 6th century BC to the 6th century AD. There are still alleyways, remains of houses and a basilica, some of which were stolen in 1999. To the left of the temple, we can see an imposing oil mill with presses carved into the rock, stone counterweights, tanks. The production of oil was the dominant activity of the village until the 7th century, exporting it to the port of Jiyé. Then, the village was abandoned without the researchers knowing the reason.
The visit of the site is very pleasant but is only possible if the team of archaeologists is present. Generally, it is there during the summer season. However, it is preferable to contact the Directorate General of Antiquities located next to the National Museum in Beirut at ✆ +961 1 42 67 03.
