Mainz, Germany: Sanctuary of Isis and Magna Mater
While we were resting in the hotel, my husband was Googling spots to see here. He found 2 museums that we could visit before doing any sightseeing or shopping. The Sanctuary of Isis and Magna Mater is a volunteer-run museum. The temple was dedicated to Egyptian goddess Isis and Roman goddess Magna Mater or Cybele. It was founded in the first century and remained active until the 3rd century. The ruins were discovered in late 1999 (although the volunteer guide said in the year 2000) during the construction of shopping arcade and was named Römerpassage located in the city center and also walking distance from our hotel. The temple ruins were preserved in situ and the artifacts were plentiful and quite interesting. What boggles me the most is the idea that as late as the year 2000 there are still ruins that are getting discovered. Amazing! The guide led us to the downstairs room where we saw the foundation of the sanctuary, consecration and sacrificial offerings, escape tablets a...
