A major archaeological site, location of the ancient city of Heroonpolis. Excavation by the Egypt Exploration Society in the nineteenth century revealed several sculptures, such as the triad of Ramesses II (above) and a statue of the priest Ankhrenepnefer (right, now in the British Museum). 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).
Egypt Exploration Society Delta Survey no. 216.
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