A major archaeological site, location of the ancient city of Tanis. Well-known sites like this one have a long history of exploration and are not a priority for the EES Delta Survey, although an extensive bibliography is provided (follow the Read more... link). The ruins of the great temple at Tanis is still marked by inscribed blocks and fallen obelisks. Outside the temple area, houses of the Roman Period were dug by Flinders Petrie in 1883, in one of which the statue shown here was found. Egypt Exploration Society Delta Survey no. 166.
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