Tombstones, Coffins, and Amulets Uncovered at Tell El-Deir Site in Damietta Governorate

The Supreme Council of Antiquities has decided to uncover a number of tombstones, coffins, and amulets at Tell El-Deir in Damietta Governorate during its current conservation season at the site.

Dr. Hisham El-Leithy, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, explained that the support provided to the Egyptian mission by Mr. Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism, will allow the water to recede.

The Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities further explained that this discovery reveals new horizons for understanding cemetery practices in the Nile Delta and confirms that the Tell El-Deir area was not merely a burial site, but a funerary center, affirming a distinct social, cultural, and leadership identity. The discovery of the site's archaeological significance, with its unique features, allows for a redrawing of the map of ancient settlements and cemeteries, and a reinterpretation of the history of Damietta Governorate in ancient times. 

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Professor Mohamed Abdel Badie, Head of the Egyptian Antiquities Sector at the Supreme Council of Antiquities, stated that the discovered tombstones, numbering approximately [number missing], are unique in their design. The tomb's surface is carved from Nigerian stone with meticulous care and artistry, depicting the abstract human form with exquisite artistry. The sides and backs are adorned with symbols of deities with religious significance, such as the Grymphon, Gathas, and Isis Thermotis. These iconic symbols reflect a respectful interaction with Egyptian civilization and Greco-Roman influences, and indicate the distinguished social status of those who inhabited these tombstones. Learn about ancient Egyptian religion through Egypt Travel Packages, which will take you to temples and palaces. Experience history firsthand with Egypt Classic Tours for traditional tours. Explore the temples and palaces on a Nile Cruise Tour from Luxor, and enjoy the pearls of the Nile. If you're looking for luxury, we have what you need with our Luxury Egypt Travel Packages. We offer luxury and privacy. Our 10-Day Egypt Luxury Tour Package lets you enjoy both pleasure and history.