2026/06/15 by Michael Blömer, Lennart Wouter Kruijer, Theresa Pommer
Arts and Humanities · Social Sciences · #Ancient Mediterranean Archaeology and History #Archaeology and Historical Studies #Classical Antiquity Studies
paper · pdf · doi:10.1017/s1047759426100816
openalex publication_date 2026/06/15 · openalex created_date 2026/06/18 · openalex updated_date 2026/06/19
Abstract Excavations in the city center of the ancient city of Doliche in southeast Türkiye have brought to light the remains of a monumental apsidal building. Although the structure is poorly preserved due to looting and spoliation, the results of three seasons of excavation allow for an initial analysis and preliminary reconstruction. This article presents the building for the first time and discusses its importance in improving our understanding of monumental urban architecture in the region. The building is interpreted as a temple, and the article explores its potential links with apsidal temples in southern Syria and the Roman imperial cult.