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	Catacombs of Kom el Shaqafa
		Below it, however, are haunting reminders of a culture that existed 1,900 years ago: the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, "Mound of Shards." Carved out of solid rock, three levels burrow into the ground near the sites of the ancient stadium, and the long- vanished temple to Serapis, a Greek and Egyptian god.
		Only in 1900 was Kom el Shoqafa rediscovered after centuries - by a donkey that fell through a hole in the ground and into its access well.
		In the late second century, when Kom el Shaqafa was an active burial site, bodies were lowered by rope down the well formed by the spiraling stairs.
	wonderclub.com /WorldWonders/CatacombsHistory.html (552 words)

	Egyptian Journey 2003: Alexandria: Catacombs of Shouqafa
		In the middle of Alexandra is an unassuming stone building, almost covered in grass -- beneath which is the huge underground necropolis of the Catacomb of Shouqafa.
		These catacombs were originally a private crypt, but were later extended with more roman burials.
		These catacombs are called Shouqafa, Shoukkafa, es-Shoqafa -- a number of different anglicized spellings, depending on which book you are reading.
	www.phouka.com /pharaoh/egypt/photos/alexandria/catacombs-01.html (209 words)

	kom el Shoqafa
		On 28th September 1900 the ground on the Hill of Potsherds (Kom el Shoqafa) spontaneously opened and a donkey disappeared into the crevasse.
		The unfortunate beast had inadvertently discovered one of Alexandria's most important archaeological sites, the principal hypogeum of a funerary complex dating from the end of the first century of the Christian era and still in use at the beginning of the fourth.
		Renowned archaeologist, Jean-Yves Empereur, leads us through an exploration of the otherworld that is Kom el Shoqafa neatly explaining the mixture of styles and motifs, the density of the decoration, even the very clumsiness of execution.
	www.cealex.org /sitecealex/biblio/PUBL_KELSH_E.HTM (218 words)

	Seven Wonders of the Medieval Mind: Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
		Alexandria, Egypt, represented a melding of cultures in the late first century and The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa are the haunting reminders of a culture that existed 1900 years ago.
		Kom el Shoqafa, the wonder of the medieval world was discovered after centuries in 1900 accidentally when a donkey fell through a hole in the ground and into one of the catatombs.
		Kom El-Shuqafa is the Arab translation of the ancient Greek name, Lofus Kiramaikos, meaning "Mound of Shards" or "Potsherds."
	www.allwondersoftheworld.com /seven-medieval-wonders/the-catacombs-of-kom-el-shoqafa.html (404 words)

	Medieval Wonders of The World - Wonders of The World At Amiguitos de Frontera (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa are one of the seven wonders of the Medieval Mind and are located in Alexandria, Egypt.
		It is basically a staircase leads down into the catacombs.
		Catacombs are cemeteries of the early Christians and contemporary Jews, arranged in extensive subterranean vaults and galleries.
	www.amiguitosdefrontera.org /medieval_wonders_of_the_world.html (345 words)

	Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - Alexandria - Reviews of Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - TripAdvisor
		An ancient circular staircase leads down into these tombs that were tunneled into the bedrock during the age of the Antonine emporers (2nd century AD).
		We left Cairo and went on a day trip to Alexandria where we saw Danial mosque, Roman amphitheatre, Fort Quaitby, Amud el sawari (Pompei’s Pillar), the catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, the English tour at the...
		"The Catacomb (The Roman Cemetery of Kom El Shouqafa)" Ask-aladdin.com
	www.tripadvisor.com /Attraction_Review-g295398-d307781-Reviews-Catacombs_of_Kom_el_Shoqafa-Alexandria.html (527 words)

	::A Suneast Tours: Travel Agent in Egypt, Tour Operator in Egypt, Egyptian Travel Agency, Egypt, Nile Cruise, Egypt, ...
		Leave Alexandria at 8:00 am by car through the Western Desert road (70 miles) to El Haman and El Alamein (the Two Flags), where one of the most decisive battles of World War II (October 1942) took place.
		Along the Corniche (promenade) 20 kms, view the principal beaches of Ramlieh (residential suburb of Alexandria) to Montazah.
		Drive through town starting from Mohamed Ali Square to Pompey's Pillar, the Catacombs of Kom Shukafa, the Greco – Roman Museum, the Mosque of Abu El Abbas, the Fortress of Quait – Bey and the Roman Theatre.
	www.suneasttours.com /Alexandria.htm (360 words)

	Alexandria, my El Dorado - Deccan Herald (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		This warren of tombs, on three levels, also houses the Triclinium, where relatives used to sit on stone benches to feast the dead, and a central tomb with relief work of bearded serpents.
		Then there are places like Villa Al Toyour, an archaeological residential district in Kom El Dekka dating back to the Ptolemaic era, and includes houses, workshops and a Byzantine school.
		It is adjacent to an ancient mosque established by Amr Ibn El-Aas, known as the “Thousand-Column Mosque”.
	www.deccanherald.com /deccanherald/jan232005/sh3.asp (919 words)

	eyes2eyes.com
		Below it, however, are haunting reminders of a culture that existed 1,900 years ago: the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, "Mound of Shards." An ancient
		circular staircase leads down into the catacombs, which consists of two levels.
		In the late second century, when Kom el Shaqafa was an active burial site,
	www.eyes2eyes.com /pointsdisplay01.cfm?id=314 (1257 words)

	Alexandria Información y ofertas - TripAdvisor
		We left Cairo and went on a day trip to Alexandria where we saw Danial mosque, Roman amphitheatre, Fort Quaitby, Amud el sawari (Pompei’s Pillar), the catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa,the English tour at the...
		We left Cairo and went on a day trip to Alexandria where we saw Danial mosque, Roman amphitheatre, Amud el sawari (Pompei’s Pillar), the catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa,the English tour at the Alexandrina...
		Well I have just read 3 or 4 of the reviews and to be honest everyone has their own opinions, the negative ones are a bit OTT so here are mine.Myself and my girlfriend, both in our mid to late 20's went...
	www.tripadvisor.es /AllReviews-g295398-or10-Alexandria.html (2105 words)

	The World According To Google - satellite pictures of the most interesting places on the World, satellite maps » ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa (in Alexandria, Egypt) are one of the Seven Wonders of the Medieval Mind.
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	maps.pomocnik.com /The-Catacombs-of-Kom-el-Shoqafa-Alexandria-Egypt (441 words)

	The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Alexandria, Egypt Resources - Plus Seven Wonders Of The World Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Alexandria, Egypt and Seven Wonders Of The World News
		The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Alexandria, Egypt December 8th, 2005 / Category: Interesting places, Seven wonders of the World II / Links: Google...
		This article and a recent Full Breakfast feature reminded me of a night out in Reading when I was at uni.
	seven-wonders-of-the-world.piccy.net /5214 (233 words)

	The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Egypt (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa are one of The Seven Wonders Of The Medieval Mind
		Description: An ancient circular staircase leads down into the catacombs.
		The hall's name comes from an episode in A.D. 215, when Emperor Caracalla ordered Alexandrian youths to review, then massacred them.
	www.heavenly-holidays.com /display.php?uniqueid=261 (561 words)

	mosaïques_peintures (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		They cover a wide time scale - from the 3rd century BC to the 2nd AD.
		To these finds can be added the mural paintings recently revealed in the catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa through the use of ultra-violet lighting.
		According to the specialists in charge of the study, this ensemble is something new in the Alexandrian canon.
	www.cea.com.eg /mos_peint_e.htm (148 words)

	Alexandria (BiblePlaces.com)
		The theatre might have been roofed at one point to serve as an odeon for musical performances.
		The catacombs were carved in the 2nd century for one wealthy family still practicing the ancient Egyptian religion.
		The Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa (WonderClub.com) Photograph and description of the catacombs, credited to National Geographic.
	www.bibleplaces.com /alexandria.htm (624 words)

	Egypt Lake Nasser 3
		(Greco-Roman Museum, the Roman Theater and the Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa)
		Transportation Cairo-Alexandria-Cairo (by air conditioned bus) includes a visit to Greco-Roman Museum (Filled by collection, which covers the period from the 3rd Century BC to the 7th century AD Like Mummies, Hellenistic statues, bust of Roman Emperors, Tanagra figurines and early Christian antiquities).
		View from the boat Amada, Visit the Temple of Amada, Ed Deir and the Tomb of Penut.
	www.ata-tours.net /Crs_lakenasser3.html (735 words)

	Optionals in Cairo
		A dramatic fusion light and music recounting the story of antiquity which takes one back to even of ancient history, the show is presented in four languages:
		With spectacular views by night, and ending with visiting khan El Khalili to ensure the quality of the product at a reasonable price, and to guarantee that, should any article purchased not prove to be satisfactory, the shop will exchange the
		Visiting khan El Khalili to ensure the quality of the product at a reasonable price, and to guarantee that, should any article purchased not prove to be satisfactory, the shop will exchange the item or refund your money immediately, then staying on the oriental atmosphere in the coffee there with soft drink offered.
	www.oceanimpact.com /Hotelstunis/optionals_in_cairo.htm (578 words)

	kadmar travel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		While visiting the Roman Amphitheatre you will see the 12 rows of marble seats that form a semicircle and used to hold up to 800 spectators.
		At the Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa you will see the three levels of cemetery embedded into rock.
		§ There is an entrance fee for cameras and video cameras at the Alexandria National Museum and the Catacombs.
	www.kt-travel.com /bestalex.htm (272 words)

	The wonderful seven - II (GreaterKashmir.com) 25/10/2006 : 2:36:13 PM (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Below it, however, are haunting reminders of a culture that existed 1,900 years ago: the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, “Mound of Shards.” An ancient circular staircase leads down into the catacombs, which consists of two levels.
		Scholars believe that the catacombs at first may have served one family, but they were expanded into a mass burial site.
		This tower is found in Nanjing, China, out on the banks of the Yangtze River.
	www.greaterkashmir.com /full_story.asp?Date=7_3_2006&ItemID=1&cat=12 (771 words)

	Adventure Travel Program - Alexandria Discovery (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Follow by a visit to the Roman Theater (A theater with marble seats up to 800 spectators, Galleries, Section of mosaic flooring & a pleasure garden surrounded by Roman Villas & baths).
		Then a visit to the Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa (Tombs on three levels, also contains The Triclinium where relatives used to sit on stone benches to feast the dead, a center with relieves of bearded serpents.
		Inside, there are 2nd Century AD statues of Sobec & Anubis wearing Roman Armor), Then visit the Montazah Garden and Alexandria Library.
	www.adventuretravelabroad.com /listingsp3.cfm/listing/18729 (162 words)

	Tour Egypt Forums > Cleopatra
		Really now i am working in a blog about Cleopatra will be ready soon over
		news as there is some Egyptologist say that is may be the catacombs of Kom el shuqafa is may be the tomb of Cleopatra.
		about the great news about the tomb of cleopatra i hope this be in the catacombs of Kom el shoqafa
	www.touregyptforums.com /lofiversion/index.php/t102.html (397 words)

	Alexandria Adventure Trips - Backpacker Tours
		Tour the Greco Roman museum, the Roman theater & the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
		The tour includes the kit bay citadel, Catacombs of Com El Shoqafa, Pompei Pillar, Alexandria library.
		We also visit the Al-Montazah Palace in its peaceful garden setting.
	www.backpackertours.com /microsite.php?TourUID=5383 (175 words)

	From Travel Weekly
		The one I’d add is the abbey of Mount St. Michel in France, the site that had the most profound effect on my senses when I saw it in the 1960s.
		As a sidelight, the site I discovered has a list of what it calls “seven wonders of the medieval mind.” It includes Stonehenge, the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, the Porcelain Tower of Nanjing, the Hagia Sophia and the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
		I’ve never been to the tower at Pisa.
	www.adventuresforsingles.com /from_travel_weekly.htm (434 words)

	:: Shahin Tours ::
		Start your full day tour to Alexandria (Full day Greco-Roman Museum, the Roman Theater and the Catacombs of Kom El-Shoqafa with Lunch):
		Then a visit to The Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa (Tombs on three levels, also contains the Tri-cilium where relatives used to sit on stone benches to feast the dead, a center with relieves of bearded serpents, Inside are 2nd Century AD statues of Sobec and Anubis wearing Roman Armor).
		Then visit The Montazah Garden and Alexandria Library.
	www.shahintoursonline.com /safari/package7.htm (517 words)

	Egypt: Catacombs of Kom es-Shouqafa in Alexandria in Egypt (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Egypt: Catacombs of Kom es-Shouqafa in Alexandria in Egypt
		These tombs were tunneled into the bedrock in the age of the Antonine emperors (2nd century A.D.) for a single wealthy family still practicing the ancient religion.
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	touregypt.net /alcataco.htm (304 words)

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