Savaria Mithraeum

Also known as: mithraeum de Savaria, Mitrász-szentély, 薩薇瑞亞密特拉寺

Savaria Mithraeum was the shrine of Mithras in the Roman town of Savaria which was discovered in 2008 in Szombathely [1]. The Savaria Mithraeum was used until the 4th century when it was burned down and collapsed [1]. The mithraeum was discovered during the building works of a new shopping center in 2008 [1]. Two stone altars were uncovered which were decorated with scenes from the life of Mithras in reliefs and had dedicative inscriptions [1]. The ceiling was coffered [1].

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TypeTemple complex
Period1 - 500 AD
CountryHungary
Coordinates47.2355° N, 16.6219° E

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