G. A. Belova, S. V. Ivanov

Preliminary results of archaeological research conducted by the CES RAS at Kom Tuman (Memphis) in spring 2023

The paper presents preliminary results of the first part of the field season held by the Russian Archaeological Mission at Kom Tuman (Memphis) in spring 2023. The works were mainly carried out in the area of the “postern gate” of the Palace of Apries, where the peculiarities of the palace ramp’s construction were studied. Another dig site was laid in the “rescue area”, where remains of a bath complex were discovered. The uncovered structures date to the Late and Ptolemaic periods.

Keywords:
Memphis, Kom Tuman, Palace of Apries, baths, Late Period, Ptolemaic period.

Original language — English.

DOI: 10.24412/2686-9276-2023-00010.

Referring: Belova G. A., Ivanov S. V. Preliminary results of archaeological research conducted by the CES RAS at Kom Tuman (Memphis) in spring 2023 // Egypt and neighbouring countries 3 (2023): 31–45. DOI: 10.24412/2686-9276-2023-00010.

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