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Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa

Alexandria, Egypt

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"Alexandria's 2nd century Greco-Roman burial complex: wine vessels and libation practices echo in carved triclinia where families held commemoration feasts with wine to honor the dead."

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Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa is a winery in Alexandria, Egypt. Alexandria's 2nd century Greco-Roman burial complex: wine vessels and libation practices echo in carved triclinia where families held commemoration feasts with wine to honor the dead.

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    Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa

    Roman tombs with wine imagery. This underground necropolis blends Egyptian, Greek, and Roman styles in bizarre harmony. Serpents wear Roman armor; Anubis wears a Roman toga. Wine vessels and drinking scenes decorate walls.

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Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa is located in Alexandria, Egypt. GPS: 31.1797, 29.8936.
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