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Ancient trade facility restored in Egypt

Al-Jeddawi archaeological agency in the Egyptian city of Esna was revived after 300 years of neglect, following two years of restoration works in cooperation with USAID.
Wakalet el-Geddawy

After suffering 300 years of neglect, Al-Jeddawi archaeological agency, built in 1792 in the Egyptian city of Esna, has returned to life after its recent restoration and development.

Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Khaled al-Anani inaugurated Aug. 29 Al-Jeddawi archaeological agency in Esna after completing its restoration with funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

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