Mountain of the Dead

Mountain of the Dead

The The Mountain of the Dead is a mysterious and imposing landmark in the Siwa Oasis. Mountain of the Dead can be found in Siwa Oasis, in the Western Desert of Egypt's northwest region. This archaeological site contains a necropolis that dates back to the Late Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods. The caves were occasionally used as shelters by the Bedouins, which is why many of the tombs are in poor condition. Most tombs are simple, consisting of just one or two chambers. However, there are four notable tombs that are particularly impressive, with the Tomb of Si-Amoun being the most beautiful. This tomb showcases numerous depictions of Egyptian gods and goddesses in a graceful manner.

The Mountain of the Dead

The The Mountain of the Dead is a mysterious and imposing landmark in the Siwa Oasis. Mountain of the Dead contains thousands of tombs carved into the rock, and it served as the main cemetery in the Siwa Oasis during ancient times. The The Mountain of the Dead is a mysterious and imposing landmark in the Siwa Oasis. Mountain of the Dead gained its importance from the colorful cemeteries it contains, the most important of which are 4 cemeteries: the cemetery of Ba Thoth, the cemetery of Mesu-Isis, the cemetery of the crocodile, and the cemetery of Si-Amun, which is considered the most beautiful cemetery in the Western Desert ever.

The Tomb of Si-Amun

Si-Amun, the tomb owner, seems to have had no official positions, neither in religion nor administration. However, it is evident from his tomb that he was a person of significance, possessing the wealth to build one of the most impressive tombs in the necropolis. He likely held vast lands or was a prosperous merchant. Although his nationality remains uncertain, he was undoubtedly a devout follower of the Egyptian religion, may have been Greek.

Mountain of the Dead in Siwa Oasis

On the ceiling of the Si-Amun tomb, there is a wonderful scene of the goddess Nut swallowing the sun and passing through her body to create the morning again, as we find on the ceiling of the The temple of Dendera dates back to the Ptolemaic Period. Dendera Temple

The Tomb of Ba-Thoth

The tomb of Ba-Thoth is a large tomb and one of the oldest tombs in the oasis, Almost certainly from the Twenty-sixth Dynasty. 

The Tomb of Mesu-Isis

The unfinished Tomb of Mesu-Isis in Gebel Al Mawta is interesting for its beautiful depiction of cobras in red and blue above the entrance. The tomb was unfinished, and only decorated on one wall.

Gabal al-Mawta

A very spectacular place with a majestic view overlooking Siwa, recommend visiting.

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