Karanis Site Museum, Archaeological museum in Tamiya, Faiyum Governorate, Egypt.
The Karanis Site Museum displays more than 300 artifacts across two floors, featuring objects from ancient Egyptian times found throughout the Faiyum region. The collections include everyday items, religious objects, and administrative documents that reveal how people lived and organized their communities.
The site was extensively excavated between 1924 and 1935, revealing three distinct occupation layers from Ptolemaic times. These dig campaigns brought to light how this oasis region supported continuous human settlement over centuries.
The collection displays pottery, textiles, and glassware from everyday life, showing how people worked and lived together in this region. Written records on papyrus help visitors understand the daily activities and trade practices of the residents.
The museum sits right next to the archaeological dig site, making it easy to explore both areas together. Guided tours and educational programs help visitors understand the discoveries and regional history.
Excavations uncovered around 27,000 coins, including a collection of Roman gold coins in remarkably good condition. This discovery suggests the oasis town maintained strong business connections with Alexandria and other trading centers.
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