A major archaeological site, location of the ancient city of Sais. This has been investigated by a joint expedition of the University of Durham and the Egypt Exploration Society. An extensive bibliography is available (follow the Read more... link). Sais was greatly expanded in the 7th century BC and embellished with numerous temples, the main one dedicated to the goddess Neith. Only scattered stone blocks remain of these temples today, but many sculptures from the site are to be found in museums.
Egypt Exploration Society Delta Survey no. 13.
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