Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

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archaeological site in Egypt

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역사·문화BY TELLBY

1Orientation

Prepare to descend into one of the most fascinating and enigmatic archaeological sites in the world: the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. The name, which means 'Mound of Shards,' refers to the heaps of broken pottery that ancient…
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2The Spiral Staircase and the Central Shaft

Our journey begins at the massive circular shaft that serves as the main entrance to the catacombs. A wide spiral staircase is carved into the rock around this central well, descending deep into the earth. …
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3The Rotunda and the Hall of Caracalla

The rotunda serves as the primary distribution point for the catacombs. In the center is a deep well that descends to the lower levels, which are currently flooded and inaccessible. …
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4The Triclinium — The Banquet Hall for the Dead

One of the most striking features of the upper level is the Triclinium, or banquet hall. This room is a perfect imitation of a Roman dining room, complete with three large stone benches arranged in a U-shape around a central…
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5The Main Tomb and the Hybrid Guardians

Now, we descend to the second level to visit the architectural heart of the complex: the Main Tomb. This is where the artistic fusion of Alexandria is most spectacular. …
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6The Sarcophagi and the Secret Passages

Take a closer look at the three sarcophagi in the main chamber. You will notice that their massive lids are part of the solid bedrock and cannot be moved. …
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7The Labyrinth of Loculi — The Public Cemetery

Beyond the private main tomb, the catacombs expand into a vast labyrinth of corridors filled with hundreds of rectangular wall niches, or loculi. This was the public part of the necropolis. …
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8Closing

As we climb back up the spiral staircase and emerge into the bright Alexandrian sun, I hope you feel a sense of the incredible cultural richness we have just witnessed. The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa are more than just a…
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