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Arch of Septimius Severus (Latakia)

Latakia, Syria · built 183

Arch of Septimius Severus (Latakia)
Arch of Septimius Severus (Latakia). Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

The Latakia Tetraporticus, also sometimes referred to as the Triumphal Arch of Septimius Severus is a triumphal arch located in modern-day Latakia, Syria in the south-east region of the city, in the Port Said street. Believed to be built in honour of Roman emperor Septimius Severus, the arch dates to 183 AD and is considered a symbol of the city.

Monument data from Wikidata (CC0). Summary from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

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