History fascinates us; the discovery of a bygone civilisation fills us with awe, making us wonder what those people were like and how society was back then. Even while we know a lot, we still don't know nearly enough, which is why archaeology and its findings are so crucial.

In the latest, Egyptian researchers have discovered the ruins of a temple dedicated to the ancient Greek god Zeus in the Sinai Peninsula.

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For Egypt's&nbsp;tourism business, which has been hit hard by the political upheaval that followed the overthrow of longstanding ruler Hosni Mubarak in 2011, this can very well be a good way to attract tourists.

Coronavirus pandemic and, most recently, Russia's invasion of Ukraine have also proven to be&nbsp;severe blows to the sector.

The temple ruins are the most recent in a long line of ancient finds that Egypt has trumpeted in recent years in the hopes of luring more tourists.

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(Image courtesy: Egypt&nbsp;Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities/Twitter)

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According to the Tourism and Antiquities Ministry, the temple ruins were discovered in the Tell el-Farma archaeological site in northwestern.

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(Image courtesy: Egypt&nbsp;Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities/Twitter)

Tell el-Farma, also known as Pelusium in ancient times, dates from the late Pharaonic period and was also utilised during the Greco-Roman and Byzantine periods.&nbsp;Also among the discoveries were additional relics from the early Christian and Islamic periods.

According to Hisham Hussein, head of Sinai archaeological sites, inscriptions discovered in the area reveal that the temple was rebuilt by Roman Emperor Hadrian (117-138).

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Excavations in the area began in the early 1900s when French Egyptologist Jean Clédat discovered ancient Greek inscriptions indicating the existence of the Zeus-Kasios temple, but he did not unearth anything, according to the ministry.

Zeus-Kasios is a combination of Zeus, the God of the Sky in Greek mythology, and Mount Kasios in Syria, where Zeus was&nbsp;previously worshipped.

(With inputs from agencies)

History fascinates us; the discovery of a bygone civilisation fills us with awe, making us wonder what those people were like and how society was back then. Even while we know a lot, we still don't know nearly enough, which is why archaeology and its findings are so crucial.

History fascinates us; the discovery of a bygone civilisation fills us with awe, making us wonder what those people were like and how society was back then. Even while we know a lot, we still don't know nearly enough, which is why archaeology and its findings are so crucial. In the latest, Egyptian researchers have discovered the ruins of a temple dedicated to the ancient Greek god Zeus in the Sinai Peninsula. Also read | Two years after devastating Notre Dame fire, 'preventative' archaeological dig uncovers cultural treasures For Egypt's tourism business, which has been hit hard by the political upheaval that followed the overthrow of longstanding ruler Hosni Mubarak in 2011, this can very well be a good way to attract tourists. Coronavirus pandemic and, most recently, Russia's invasion of Ukraine have also proven to be severe blows to the sector. The temple ruins are the most recent in a long line of ancient finds that Egypt has trumpeted in recent years in the hopes of luring more tourists. (Image courtesy: Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities/Twitter) Watch | Gravitas: 3500-yr-old Mummy 'digitally unwrapped' by Egyptian Scientists According to the Tourism and Antiquities Ministry, the temple ruins were discovered in the Tell el-Farma archaeological site in northwestern. (Image courtesy: Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities/Twitter) Tell el-Farma, also known as Pelusium in ancient times, dates from the late Pharaonic period and was also utilised during the Greco-Roman and Byzantine periods. Also among the discoveries were additional relics from the early Christian and Islamic periods. According to Hisham Hussein, head of Sinai archaeological sites, inscriptions discovered in the area reveal that the temple was rebuilt by Roman Emperor Hadrian (117-138). Also read | Archeologists discover 'most important' piece of prehistoric art in 100 years Excavations in the area began in the early 1900s when French Egyptologist Jean Clédat discovered ancient Greek inscriptions indicating the existence of the Zeus-Kasios temple, but he did not unearth anything, according to the ministry. Zeus-Kasios is a combination of Zeus, the God of the Sky in Greek mythology, and Mount Kasios in Syria, where Zeus was previously worshipped. (With inputs from agencies)

Egypt announces the discovery of Zeus temple in Sinai, check out some fascinating pics of the dig

Egypt on Saturday (November 14) showcased more than 100 coffins dating back 2,500 years, the latest and largest find this year in the vast burial ground of the Saqqara Necropolis.

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Egypt announces the discovery of Zeus temple in Sinai, check out some fascinating pics of the dig

Egypt showcases scores of 2,500-year-old coffins