Archaeologists uncover ancient Byzantine city in Egypt’s western desert

According to the Guardian, archaeologists have uncovered a remarkably well-preserved Byzantine-era city in Egypt's western desert. Located in the Dakhla oasis, the fourth-century settlement includes residential quarters, religious structures, and a basilica-style church. Researchers discovered an array of artifacts—coins, pottery fragments, and tools—that illuminate daily life and economic activity in this ancient community. The exceptional preservation offers rare insight into how people lived and organized cities during the Byzantine period.

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