Shashotep-Shutb: An Ancient City Rediscovered
Resource type
Journal article
Creator (person)
Regulski, Ilona
Bunbury, Judith
Marchand, Sylvie
Gabel, Ann-Cathrin
Chauvet, Barbara
Date published
2019
Abstract
The British Museum Asyut Region Project aims at reconstructing and preserving the deep history of the Asyut region through survey and documentation of its pharaonic and post-pharaonic heritage, including the varied responses of local communities who live atop the layers of history below. Two initial field seasons have concentrated on the modern village of Shutb, 5 km south of Asyut, which is believed to perch on top of the remains of ancient Shashotep. Documentation of (part of) the tell and an augering survey in its immediate surroundings confirm the presence of ancient remains underneath the modern village. Engagement with the most recent layers of history includes the documentation of Shutb’s outstanding vernacular architecture and capacity building and awareness sessions with local stakeholders.
Project(s)
Urban Development and Regional Identities in Middle Egypt: A Deep History of the Asyut Region
Funder
| Funder name | Awards |
Arts and Humanities Research Council | |
British Council | |
Newton-Mosharafa Fund | |
Journal title
The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology
Volume
104
Issue
1
ISSN
0307-5133
Official URL
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