Discovering ancient Greek-Roman architectural relics in Egypt

Egyptian archaeologists have discovered the remains of an ancient Greek-Roman architectural style temple in the Siwa Oasis, the western desert region of the country.

The vestige of the temple in the ancient Greek-Roman architectural style at Siwa Oasis.(Source: archaeology.org).

In the April 4 announcement, the Egyptian Ancient Relics Department said the temple was found when archaeologists searched Al-Salam archaeological site 50km east of the Siwa Oasis.

The team of scientists discovered the façade, part of the temple foundation, along with the main entrance leading to the yard and many rocks of 1 meter thickness of the outer wall of the temple. In addition, the archaeological group also discovered details of bold network architecture of the Greek-Roman period, which existed from 332 BC to 365 AD, including lintels and stone pillars. decorated with oval motifs and arrows.

Besides, many coins, antique bottles, Greek faces and two lion statues of this period were discovered in this archeology.

As one of the oldest civilizations in the world, Egypt is trying to preserve and preserve archaeological heritage. In order to restore the tourism industry, which has been greatly affected by conflict over the years, the Egyptian government boosted its search, uncovering the secret of Pharaoh's tombs and some other ancient civilizations in the country. .