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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

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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Once a symbol of ancient beauty and cultural heritage, Palmyra now stands as a haunting reminder of the destructive power of ISIL. The monumental arch that once welcomed visitors to this historic city now lies in ruins, its grandeur reduced to rubble. The Roman Theatre of Palmyra, once filled with laughter and applause, is now silenced by the horrors inflicted upon it. Teatro di Palmyra, a testament to artistic expression and human creativity, has been marred by violence. The Roman Theatre in Palmyra was once a hub for entertainment and community gatherings – now it serves as a chilling reminder of the brutality unleashed by ISIL. As we gaze upon these shattered remnants, we cannot help but mourn the loss of history and culture that occurred here. In this land where civilizations thrived side by side for centuries, the triumphal arch that stood tall in Palmyra has fallen victim to destruction. Decumanus Maximus bears witness to the devastation wrought upon this ancient city – its streets no longer bustling with life but haunted by memories. The Temple of Bel in Palmyra was once an architectural marvel dedicated to worship and spirituality; today it stands desecrated by those who sought only chaos. The triumphal arch that adorned its entrance can no longer inspire awe or wonder – instead, it serves as a stark reminder of what humanity is capable of. As we reflect on these images from Olonnades at the Temple of Bel in Palmyra or columns standing strong at Philae Temple in Egypt - both sites targeted by ISIL - let us remember that our shared heritage should unite us rather than divide us. Let us stand together against those who seek to erase our past and destroy our future. Palmyra's fate serves as a somber warning about the importance of preserving our cultural treasures for generations yet unborn. We must remain vigilant against forces like ISIL which threaten not just physical structures but also erode our collective memory and identity.