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Egypt finds new Menofia archaeological site
The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has announced the discovery of a new funerary complex at the Tila Archaeological Cemetery in Quesna, Menoufia. The find includes 560 small funerary statues (known as Ushabtis) and texts from the Book of the Dead, along with various funerary artifacts such as amulets, pottery vessels, and materials likely used in mummification. The discovery reflects religious and commercial practices from the Late Period through the Hellenistic-Roman era, providing new insights into the religious and economic life of that period, with evidence of trade relations between Egypt and the Mediterranean Basin. Additionally, excavations revealed imported pottery models from Rhodes Island and unusual funerary phenomena currently under study, which enhance understanding of burial practices and cultural interactions at the site.
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