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On a field day rich in knowledge and awe, and in the presence and honor of Prof. Dr. Mohamed Kamal Khalaf, Dean of the Faculty, the students of the Faculty of Archaeology – Fayoum University continued their scientific visit to the city of Alexandria, which stands as a crucible of Mediterranean civilizations from the Ptolemaic to the Islamic periods.
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The students began their tour by visiting the Al-Shatby tombs, among the oldest Ptolemaic tombs in the city, characterized by their simple rock-cut design reflecting a local style influenced by Hellenistic culture.
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They then moved on to the Kom El Shoqafa tombs, one of the most significant Roman burial sites, representing a unique fusion of ancient Egyptian, Roman, and Greek art. These tombs are notable for their three levels and richly symbolic decorations.
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The students also viewed Pompey’s Pillar, one of the most prominent remaining features of the Serapeum Temple, and the tallest Roman column in Egypt—standing as a testament to the grandeur of Alexandria during the reign of Emperor Diocletian.
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The delegation also visited the remnants of the Serapeum Temple, dedicated to the deity Serapis, an example of the religious and cultural fusion between Egyptian and Greek beliefs.
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In a distinguished tour of the mosque complex of Al-Mursi Abu Al-Abbas, the students explored Fatimid and Ottoman Islamic architecture and the spiritual and historical significance of this prominent landmark.
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The tour continued at the Graeco-Roman Theater at Kom El-Dikka, one of the rarest Roman-era monuments. The site includes lecture halls, baths, and stunning mosaic artworks.
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The day concluded with a visit to the Qaitbay Citadel, the imposing fortress built on the ruins of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, embodying successive eras of maritime defense and military history.
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This visit aimed to enhance the applied learning experience in the study of archaeology, under the supervision of a distinguished faculty team and with outstanding student participation that reflected notable awareness and academic engagement.
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Special thanks to the supervising professors:
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• Prof. Dr. Abdel Rahman El-Serougy
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• Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Sobhy
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• Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Wadoud
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• Dr. Mahmoud Awad
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• Dr. Ahmed Mashhout
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• Dr. Mohamed Refaat
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• Dr. Ibrahim Gharib
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• Dr. Saleh El-Sayed
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• Dr. Rahmah Ramadan
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• Dr. Rahmah Abu Bakr
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And a special thank you to our outstanding students for their commitment and honorable representation of the Faculty.
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