Temple of Hercules Gaditanus facts for kids
The Temple of Hercules Gaditanus, Temple of Melqart or Temple of Hercules-Melqart was a place of worship in Antiquity in the southern outskirts of Gadir-Gades (current-day Cádiz) perhaps dating as early as the 8th century BC. Operating under Tyrian, Carthaginian and Roman rule, it once was one of the most important sanctuaries in the Western World. It was paid respect by the likes of Hannibal, Scipio Africanus and Caesar.
It was initially dedicated to Phoenician god Melqart and then to Hercules.
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In Spanish: Templo de Hércules Gaditano para niños
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