Așezare bizantină descoperită în Oaza Dakhla, Egipt

A well-preserved Byzantine settlement from late antiquity has been uncovered in Dakhla Oasis, revealing insights into urban organization and prosperity. The site, Ain El-Sabil, features intact streets, fortifications, and a basilica, indicating a structured community. Archaeologists found residential areas with cooking facilities and a wealth of artifacts, including bilingual ostraca and numerous coins, highlighting economic activity. The presence of gold coins suggests significant wealth and integration into broader trade networks. This discovery enhances understanding of social, religious, and economic life in the region during late antiquity.