The Sebasteion. The temple dedicated to Augustus. The triple level structure housed life size statues of Gods and heroes

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The Sebasteion or Augusteum a large 3 storied structure housed many life size statues of Gods and heroes of the area. It is believed to have been a temple dedicated to Augustus. The Roman Emperors claimed divine descent and the Sebasteion is believed to have been a temple to this belief.

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Location: Aphrodisias, Turkey
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