EgyptThe Serapeum of Alexandria was an ancient Greek temple built by Ptolemy III Euergetes (r. 246-222 BC) and dedicated to the syncretic god Serapis, patron deity of Alexandria [1] [2]. The temple housed a daughter library of the Great Library of Alexandria [1] [2]. The Serapeum was destroyed in 391 AD following Emperor Theodosius I's decree against paganism [1] [3].
Serapeum of Alexandria and Pompey's Pillar
Also known as: Alexandriako Serapeuma, İskenderiye Serapeumu, Serapeion, Serapeion (Aleksandria), Serapeion i Alexandria, Serapeion van Alexandrië, Serapejon, Serapeo di Alessandria, Serapeu d'Alexandria, Serapeu de Alexandria, Serapeum, Serapeum Aleksandria
| Type | Temple complex |
|---|---|
| Period | 500 BC - 1 AD |
| Country | Egypt |
| Coordinates | 31.1826° N, 29.8968° E |