Hawara

The archaeological site of Hawara, located at the entrance to the Fayyum oasis in Egypt, features the remains of a pyramid built by Pharaoh Amenemhat III of the 12th Dynasty. This Middle Bronze Age site includes the pyramid, the tomb of Neferuptah, and the remnants of a vast mortuary temple complex, often referred to as the 'Labyrinth' by ancient historians. The pyramid, originally constructed with a limestone core and mudbrick exterior, has suffered significant erosion over the millennia, leaving a mound of mudbrick and some foundational stonework. The site also holds significance for its connection to the Ptolemaic period, during which renovations were made. The discovery of Roman-era Fayum mummy portraits adds a layer of cultural richness to the site.