Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Pithom, an ancient Egyptian city, holds significant archaeological interest due to its historical mentions and uncertain precise location. It is associated with two archaeological sites: Tell El Maskhuta and Tell El Retaba, both situated along the Wadi Tumilat. This city is notable in biblical and historical texts as a location involving the Israelites' forced labor. Archaeological evidence from Tell El Retaba suggests a settlement during the Second Intermediate Period, with significant developments such as fortifications and a temple dedicated to the deity Atum during the reign of Ramesses II. It continued to be an important habitation site through the 20th Dynasty and into the Late Period, reflecting a complex history of occupation and reoccupation. The presence of religious, defensive, and domestic structures underscores its role as a significant urban and religious center in ancient Egypt.
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