The initiative aims to preserve Egypt’s rich cultural heritage while promoting sustainable development and tourism in the region.
Pelusium in North Sinai is one of Egypt’s most important ancient cities, having played a vital role throughout various periods of Egyptian history.
The recent restoration work, overseen by the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA), focused on preserving the city’s unique architectural heritage and integrating the site into Egypt’s broader tourism and cultural development plans.
Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy emphasized that the project reflects the state’s commitment to revitalizing archaeological sites in Sinai and enhancing their value as cultural and touristic landmarks.
“Preserving the historical and architectural identity of Sinai is a key component of our national development strategy,” he said.
Meanwhile, SCA Secretary-General Mohamed Ismail Khaled highlighted the significance of Pelusium as a historic gateway to Egypt.
He noted that the restoration work aimed to preserve the site’s architectural elements and historical legacy for future generations.
The project involved structural reinforcement and conservation of several key monuments.
Most notable among these are the walls, towers, and gates of the ancient Pelusium Fortress, which spans nearly 80,000 square metres, as well as important Roman and Christian-era remains.
These also include the Roman Senate building, the southern Roman bath, and the ruins of the western Rotunda Church, a rare fifth-century architectural type in early Christian design, alongside the southern church, one of the city’s most prominent ecclesiastical structures.
Special attention was also given to the intricate restoration of inscribed lintels from the Temple of Zeus Kasios, preserving both their artistic and historical value.
The work was carried out using state-of-the-art scientific techniques, including detailed analysis of original building materials to ensure accurate and authentic conservation.
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