Lower Nubia, Kasr Ibrim: MRA-EGY-Kas001

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Historical note about the site/monument: Located in the region of Lower Nubia, Kasr Ibrim (or Qasr Ibrim) is an important archaeological site which bears testimony of a long human occupation (8^th century BC - 19^th century AD). From the Late Period of the Egyptian occupation (around 2000 BC) several aspects can be identified, not only in the architecture, but also in artifacts which were found on this site. Later, during Roman occupation, the city was used as a fortress, playing a significant role in the defense of the Nile valley. Despite a slow acceptance, the city would embrace Christian religion, becoming the most important center in Lower Nubia, and so it remained, until 16^th century, when the Ottoman army took Kasr Ibrim. The city was spared from the rising waters of both Lake Nasser and Nile, although it became isolated, like an island, only visited for archaeological purposes, since the beginning of the 20^th century.

Further reading:
William, Adams, Qasr Ibrim. The Earlier Medieval Period, London, Egypt Exploration Society, 2010. ISBN 978-0856981913.

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