1967 Press Photo Uncovered Altar used for Fire Sacrifices in King Croesus Time

In the shadow of the rising hills lies part of the uncovered altar used for fire sacrifices, built for the goddess Cybele during the time of King Croesus (ca. 550 B.C.) Later it was reused for a fire cult by the Persians who overthrew Croesus

Photo is dated 1967.

Photo measures 7 x 9.25 inches.