
Archaeologists find 1,600-year-old churches and mural of Jesus in Egyptian desert settlement
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Egyptian archaeologists unearthed ancient settlement with two churches, residential buildings, and Jesus Christ mural at Kharga Oasis, dating back some 1,600 years.
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The site is known for its notable ancient Christian remains, including cemeteries and churches. It has been inhabited since antiquity, thanks to underground water sources.
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