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Qasr al Ghueita (Qasr al Ghueita Settlement)

Egypt / al-Wadi al-Jadid / El Harga / Qasr al Ghueita Settlement
 temple, castle, archeological site
arabic designation, means: castle in the gardens what is a little bit strange as it is situated today in the middle of the desert. In ancient times, it was definitly different. Qasr al Ghueita was the centre of a rich community based on agriculture and was famous for its grapes. The massive walls include a fortress and a temple , 25th dynasty, for Amun, Mut and Chons. Centuries later the walls served as the outer defending structure of a village against bedouins.
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Coordinates:   25°17'11"N   30°33'28"E
This article was last modified 11 years ago