Egypt's Treasure Guardians

John and Maria Hunt for Quarry Marks in Karnak

John Ward and Maria Nilsson are archaeologists running the excavations at the ancient quarry known as Gebel el Silsila. They believe stone from their quarry was transported along the Nile to Karnak, home to the largest ancient religious site in Egypt. Quarry marks, carvings made by the workers on the stones, appear to link the two sites.

John and Maria Hunt for Quarry Marks in Karnak

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    Egypt's Treasure Guardians

    S1 E1 - 54m 55s

    Follow a select group of individuals determined to bring Egypt back from the brink: to discover more of the country’s history, keep its heritage safe and persuade tourists to visit the country again.

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