Wadi Maghareh, Archaeological site in Sinai Peninsula, Egypt.
The stone formations and rock carvings of Wadi Maghareh stretch along the valleys of southwestern Sinai Peninsula at 360 meters elevation.
The excavation site contains pharaonic monuments and turquoise mines dating from 2700 BC to 1100 BC, spanning from Third to Twenty-Ninth Dynasties.
Ancient Egyptians established this location as a primary center for turquoise extraction, creating numerous rock inscriptions and religious ceremonies throughout generations.
The archaeological zone includes multiple excavation areas with preserved rock tables, stone structures, and mining remnants from different Egyptian kingdoms.
The relief at King Sahure's funerary temple depicts a fleet sent to this location, confirming the site's role in ancient Egyptian maritime expeditions.
Location: Sinai Peninsula
GPS coordinates: 29.03330,33.45000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 07:30
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