Looting and Archaeological Destruction of the Northern Heritage sites in kharga Oasis | ||
| International Journal of Tourism, Archaeology and Hospitality | ||
| Volume 5, Issue 1, January 2025, Pages 93-106 PDF (1.05 M) | ||
| Document Type: Research Articles | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/ijtah.2025.336935.1137 | ||
| Authors | ||
| Abdelrahim Mohamed Abdelmohsen* 1; Mohamed Faik Ismail2 | ||
| 1Guidance, hotels and tourism, Fayoum university, fayoum | ||
| 2Lecturer at Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Fayoum University, E-mail | ||
| Abstract | ||
| The northern sector of Kharga Oasis, among the five main oases in Egypt, Kharga oasis is the largest one, located in one of the seven depressions of the Western desert, it is containing significant yet remote heritage sites, has been increasingly threatened by looting and destruction since the Egyptian revolution of 2011. This danger persists to the present day, primarily due to the isolation of these sites, located in the far north of the oasis, and the lack of continuous security. This study aims to evaluate the ongoing impacts of looting on these sites, assessing both immediate damage and long-term deterioration to historical remains in these neglected zones. Through detailed fieldwork and analysis, the study identifies key heritage sites affected by illegal excavations and discusses the various consequences of looting on the cultural and historical significance of these sites. In conclusion, the study proposes preventive and protective measures to mitigate further losses and preserve these invaluable aspects of Egypt’s heritage. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Kharga oasis; heritage; looting; preservation. Risk management | ||
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