Buhen

The fortress extends over 150 meters along the Nile River, featuring double defensive walls, deep moats, and multiple strategic battlements made of sandstone blocks.

Built between 2000 and 1800 BCE during the Middle Kingdom period, Bouhen served as a military outpost to protect Egypt's southern borders from potential invasions.

The archaeological site revealed numerous sandstone reliefs, stelae, and artifacts that demonstrate the administrative practices and religious ceremonies of ancient Egyptian society.

The fortress compound contained residential quarters, storage facilities, and administrative buildings, supporting a population of approximately 3,500 inhabitants during its peak period.

The site included a copper manufacturing facility from the Old Kingdom period, where ancient Egyptians developed metallurgical techniques using local resources.

Location: Northern State

GPS coordinates: 21.91667,31.28333

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:57