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Roman Theatre Of Palmyra, Syria
In the 1950s the theatre was cleared from the sand and subsequently underwent restoration works

Monumental Arch, Palmyra, Syria
Sunset at the Unesco World heritage Site. Before the Syrian conflict started in 2011, more than 150, 000 tourists visited the city of Palmyra every year

Palmyra, Syria
The Colonnade street in Palmyra, Syria

Ancient Assyrian reliefs
Illustration of a Ancient Assyrian reliefs

Teatro di Palmyra
The Roman ruined theatre at the ancient city of Palmyra, Syria, 2008

Roman Theatre, Palmyra, Syria
The Roman ruined theatre at the ancient city of Palmyra, Syria

The triumphal Arch, Palmyra
Arch of Triumph (or Triumphal arch) in Palmyra.A 2, 000-year-old Roman arch of triumph in the ancient city of Palmyra in Syria has been blown up by Isis militants

Decumanus Maximus, Palmyra
The columned main street (decumanuu maximus) of Palmyra

Temple of Bel, Palmyra
The Temple of Bel, also known as the Temple of Baal, was an ancient stone ruin located in Palmyra, Syria. The temple, consecrated to the Mesopotamian god Bel

Olonnades of the Temple of Bel
Palmyra. Syria. View of the north-western corner internal colonnades of the Temple of Bel. Dedicated to Bel who is thought to be the supreme God of the Palmyrene pantheon

Monumental Arch, Palmyra
Sunset at the Unesco World heritage Site.From the main road through the town

Palmyra, Syria
Palmyra is an ancient ruined city situated 215 km northeast of the Syrian capital, Damascus. The ancient ruins are a Unesco World heritage Site and surrounded by palm trees

Ruins of an ancient city, Palmyra, Syria
The Roman ruins viewed from the main road

Interior of the Temple of Baalshamin, Palmyra, Syr
Blown up and destroyed by Islamic State

Ancient tower tombs in Syrias Palmyra
The view from the castle on the hill.These have also been blown up and destroyed by Islamic State. Before the Syrian conflict started in 2011, more than 150

Carved stone ceiling, Temple of Bel, Palmyra
The ceiling of the northern adytonThis is how it looked in the now destroyed Temple of Bel at Palmyra in Syria. This doesn t look very big, but was actually massive

Monumental Arch, Palmyra, Syria
Sunset at the Unesco World heritage Site. Before the Syrian conflict started in 2011, more than 150, 000 tourists visited the city of Palmyra every year

Roman Theatre Of Palmyra, Syria
In the 1950s the theatre was cleared from the sand and subsequently underwent restoration works

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"Preserving History Amidst Chaos: Militant Groups Threaten Ancient Treasures in Palmyra, Syria" The Monumental Arch and Roman Theatre of Palmyra stand as silent witnesses to the rich history that once thrived within this ancient city. However, these architectural marvels have become targets for militant groups seeking to erase the past. Palmyra, Syria, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its well-preserved ruins, has been caught in the crossfire of conflict. The rise of extremist factions has put these historical treasures at risk, with devastating consequences. Ancient Assyrian reliefs depicting scenes from a bygone era now face an uncertain future. These intricate carvings tell stories of triumph and conquest but are now overshadowed by the looming threat posed by militants. The Teatro di Palmyra and Roman Theatre serve as reminders of an era when art and culture flourished. Yet today, they stand vulnerable to destruction as militants seek to eradicate any remnants of a diverse heritage that once united people across borders. Even the Triumphal Arch stands defiantly against those who wish to rewrite history. This iconic structure symbolizes victory and resilience but is now under constant threat from militant forces determined to erase all traces of cultural diversity. Walking along Decumanus Maximus feels like stepping back in time; however, it also serves as a stark reminder that no place is immune from violence's destructive reach. As militants continue their assault on this ancient cityscape, its very essence hangs precariously in balance. Amongst all these threats looms the Temple of Bel – an architectural masterpiece dedicated to worship centuries ago. Its grandeur attracts visitors worldwide but also draws unwanted attention from those who seek only chaos and destruction. As we witness these relentless attacks on Palmyra's historic sites perpetrated by militant groups driven by ideology or greed for power - we must unite globally to protect our shared human legacy before it crumbles into dust.