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Towns in Germania Inferior: Elst (446 words) |
 | It is situated on the banks of what was once a minor branch of the river Rhine and is well-known for one of the largest temples north of the Alps, which is situated under the present church. |
| Yet, it is certain that the god of Elst was identified by the Romans with one of their own gods, because near the sanctuary, the remains of a traditional Italian sacrifice were found, a suovetaurilia. |
| We do not know the name of the Batavian god or goddess who was venerated at Elst, but it is possible that the Romans identified him with their Hercules, because the remains of a statuette have been found, which show the club of this demigod. |
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