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Interesting idea to recreate what the Great Library of Alexandria was like
Image via Wikipedia While I (John Gaudet) was there (the new Bibliotheca Alexandrina) I made the argument… that they should consider an idea put forward by Hassan Ragab, an old friend of mine who passed away in 2004. He suggested that hundreds of scrolls could be reproduced to stock a small section of the New... »
Mapping the wind erosion of the Great Sphinx
The Great Sphinx would have disappeared long ago had it not been buried under sand for so long. Unfortunately, the now-exposed statue is eroding due to the effects of wind, humidity and the smog from Cairo. Wind is one of the most critical denudation factors causing the erosion, especially when it carries dust. The findings... »
Alexandria's Planetarium revamps its gear
Image via Wikipedia Bibliotheca Alexandrina reopened its planetarium doors after having equipped itself with a newly installed state of the art dome projection system and a set of stunning shows to go along with it. Having had only a small opening with no ceremonies earlier this month, a bigger ceremony is in the planning to... »
Glorious past and future for Alexandria
Modern Alexandria sits on top of two great civilizations. A battle to reclaim its past and to build according to Alexandria’s rich cultural heritage is led by Dr Mohammed Awad, architect, historian and director of the Alexandria & Mediterranean Research Center. His campaigning has earned him respect and enmity in about equal measure. His most... »
