Maadi, Archaeological site in Cairo Governorate, Egypt
The Maadi archaeological site extends across a desert ridge between two wadis at the southern boundaries of present-day Cairo, featuring ancient settlement remains.
Between 3600 and 3000 BCE, the settlement at Maadi developed into a center of trade, connecting Lower Egypt with Mediterranean regions and desert frontiers.
The excavated cemetery contains 468 burials with distinct practices, revealing the social structure and traditions of the predynastic Egyptian community.
The archaeological site requires protection from urban development, as modern construction activities continue to impact portions of the historical remains.
Stone buildings discovered at Maadi represent the earliest known use of stone construction materials in Egyptian architectural history.
Location: Cairo Governorate
Location: South Area
Elevation above the sea: 26 m
Website: http://www.cairo.gov.eg/ar/Hay_Maadi/Pages/default.aspx
Website: http://cairo.gov.eg/ar/Hay_Maadi/Pages/default.aspx
GPS coordinates: 29.96750,31.25000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:02
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