Temple of Serapis

About Temple of Serapis

Temple of Serapis in Ephesus was built in the 2nd century AD for Serapis, a Greco-Egyptian god introduced during Roman rule.

This Greco-Egyptian god, Serapis, was a syncretic god that fused elements of Egyptian and Greek faiths and was worshipped in the temple, located in the ancient city of Ephesus.

The second-century AD construction is one of the famous religious centers of its time, famous for its elaborate architectural structure.

The temple's itself was magnificent, with intricate columns and foundations that lie mostly in ruins.

This temple reflects Ephesus' role as a cosmopolitan trade hub and a meeting point of eastern and western beliefs.