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
About
Wadi al-Jarf is an archaeological site located on the Red Sea coast of Egypt, recognized as the world's oldest known artificial harbor, dating back approximately 4,500 years to the Fourth Dynasty of Egypt. The site features a harbor complex with a stone jetty, storage galleries, and a building of unknown function, believed to be associated with maritime activities. Notably, it contains numerous anchors and storage jars, indicative of trade and transportation activities. The discovery of papyrus fragments, including the Diary of Merer, at the site provides invaluable insights into the logistics of pyramid construction and daily life during Pharaoh Khufu's reign. These papyri are the oldest ever found in Egypt, emphasizing the site's historical significance.
Archaeological Features
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Storage Structures
Miscellaneous Features
Water Management Features
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