Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
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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
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The Valley of the Golden Mummies is a significant archaeological site located in the Bahariya Oasis, Western Desert of Egypt. Dating to the Greco-Roman period, specifically around the 1st century CE, the site contains an estimated 10,000 mummies. Discovered in 1996 by Zahi Hawass, the mummies exhibit four distinct styles of decoration, including gilded masks and cartonnage depicting scenes of gods. This variety indicates the presence of local workshops and artisans. Artifacts such as jewelry, pottery, and coins accompany the mummies, reflecting the wealth and prosperity of the area's inhabitants during the Roman period. The site provides critical insights into the mummification techniques and burial customs of the time, highlighting the cultural and economic significance of the region.
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