Western deffufa

The Western Deffufa stands 18 meters tall with multiple levels, interior staircases, columned rooms, and passageways leading to a rooftop platform.

Built around 2400 BCE, this structure served as a central temple during the Kingdom of Kerma, which maintained independence until Egyptian conquest in 1450 BCE.

The temple contains underground chambers connected through galleries, with archaeological evidence revealing a limestone altar used for religious ceremonies and animal sacrifices.

The structure remains the largest preserved mudbrick building from ancient Nubia, accessible through the archaeological site of Kerma along with other historical remains.

Archaeological excavations revealed that this temple belonged to an advanced civilization with planned streets, distinct neighborhoods, and sophisticated architectural techniques.

Location: Kerma

GPS coordinates: 19.60083,30.40990

Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:41