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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The archaeological site near Basa in Sudan is notable for its decayed temple built by Amanikhabale, a ruler of the Meroitic Kingdom. This temple, likely dedicated to the lion-headed warrior god Apedemak, reflects the religious and artistic accomplishments of the Meroitic peoples of Nubia. Excavations have revealed several significant artifacts, including large lion sculptures and a Roman-era limestone sundial, indicating the site's importance during the Late Iron Age and Classical Period. These findings contribute to our understanding of Meroitic religion and interaction with Roman culture. The temple's proximity to Meroë, a major center of the Meroitic civilization, underscores its significance as a religious and cultural landmark in ancient Nubia.
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