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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
About
Kom el-Hisn is an archaeological site located in the Nile Delta, dating back to the Old Kingdom of Egypt and continuing through the Middle Kingdom. It is known for its religious significance related to the goddess Hathor, with a temple dedicated to Sekhmet-Hathor and various inscriptions referring to Hathor as the 'Mistress of Imu'. The site includes significant burial structures, including the Tomb of Khesuwer, and a large necropolis with over a thousand graves from the First Intermediate Period. Archaeological evidence suggests a focus on cattle transportation and religious activities, potentially serving as the former capital Yamu. Despite the loss of much of its excavation data, the site provides valuable insights into the religious and social dynamics of ancient Egypt.
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