Archaeologists uncover well-preserved Byzantine city in Egypt’s Dakhla Oasis

How archaeologists saved Libya’s ancient Greek ruins from war

In eastern Libya, a small group of passionate archaeologists are striving to safeguard the ancient ruins of Cyrene and Apollonia — sites first targeted by jihadist groups, then ravaged by Storm Daniel. The UNESCO-listed ruins were once at the heart of a unique network of Greek colonies in North Africa. “Breathtaking,” tour guide Hamdi Al-Kailani [] The post How archaeologists saved Libya’s ancient Greek ruins from war appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Egypt uncovers 18 ancient tombs at Marina El Alamein archaeological site

An Egyptian archaeological mission working at the Marina El Alamein Archaeological Site on Egypt’s northwestern Mediterranean coast has uncovered 18 ancient tombs, together with a collection of sarcophagi, surface burials and archaeological artefacts, offering new insights into the history and cultural significance of one of Egypt’s most important ancient coastal cities. The latest excavations also [] The post Egypt uncovers 18 ancient tombs at Marina El Alamein archaeological site first appeared on Dailynewsegypt.

Egypt has uncovered a well-preserved 1,600-year-old Byzantine-era city in Dakhla Oasis: Homes, basilica church, ovens, coins and writing fragments show how people lived in the western desert

Egypt has unveiled remarkable archaeological discoveries that shed light on its rich historical heritage. Among these is a remarkably preserved Byzantine-era city located in the western desert, which reveals fascinating details about urban life and development during that time. Additionally, the recent unearthing of eighteen ancient tombs near Alexandria enhances the region's archaeological narrative, aiming to invigorate Egypt's crucial tourism industry.

Egypt Uncovers a Complete Byzantine City in the Western Desert, Dating to 350 CE

A complete Byzantine city has been discovered in Egypt's Dakhla Oasis, dating to Emperor Constantius II's reign. The site includes a basilica, watchtowers, the named house of a church deacon, and 200 Coptic and Greek inscriptions.

Anavatos: The Stone Sentinel of Greece’s Chios

Perched atop a 450-meter (almost 450 ft) granite peak, the village of Anavatos on Greece’s Chios stands as one of the most haunting and evocative historical monuments in the Aegean. Often referred to as the “Mystras of the Aegean,” this medieval settlement is a ghost town that whispers the turbulent history of the Greek island []