GEBEL EL-SILSILA THROUGHOUT THE AGES: PART 5 – RAMESSIDE ACTIVITY

After several fascinating digressions into the wider work of the team, Maria Nilsson, John Ward and Moamen Saad present the first of a two part exploration of Gebel el-Silsila during the Nineteenth Dynasty, beginning with some selected monuments on the West Bank.

- Maria Nilson, John Ward and Moamen Saad

In previous issues, AE readers have learnt about New Kingdom activity at Gebel el-Silsila up to the time of Tutankhamun. Here we will continue our chronological journey, with some selected monuments from the Ramesside period. Joining us this time is Dr. Moamen Saad, who has been an integral part of the Silsila Team since its beginning in 2012.

Introduction

Throughout the ancient Egyptian landscape, one cannot avoid noticing the importance and sheer enormity of Ramesside monuments. The imposing and magnificent architecture, colossal statuary and overwhelming prominence is evident everywhere and Gebel el-Silsila is no exception!

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