Temple of Hadrian in Ephesus

The Temple of Hadrian was constructed in 138 AD in honor of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who visited Ephesus in 128-129 AD. This was a period of prosperity for the city under Roman rule, when Ephesus was adorned with monumental structures emphasizing its status as the capital of the Province of Asia. The temple not only glorified the emperor but also symbolized Ephesus` loyalty to Rome.