Preservation of the Nymphaeum of Temnin in the Beqaa Valley

$60K USD

Funder	Department of State
Recipient Organization	U.S. Government - Department of State
Country	Lebanon
Start Date	Jun 05, 2005
End Date	Mar 01, 2007
Duration	634 days
Number of Grantees	2
Roles	Recipient
Data Source	US Foreign Aid
Grant ID	`77308-48`

Grant Description

To support the preservation of the nymphaeum by repairing water drainage, consolidating the structure,and cleaning the surrounding area. The Nymphaeum was built during the Roman period (2nd century B.C.) to honor the gods and goddesses for supplying water.

It was damaged in the Lebanese Civil War (1975-1991) and is currently exposed to vandalism, uncontrolled public access, and the elements.