An impressive 7th-century AD statue head has been discovered in the ancient city of Taposiris Magna, Egypt. This marble head, depicting an elderly man, is believed to be part of a colossal statue from the Ptolemaic Period. Situated 45 kilometers west of Alexandria, Taposiris Magna was an important city named after the Greek god Osiris. The ongoing archaeological work continues to reveal the historical and cultural significance of this site.
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