Egypt uncovers lost Byzantine-era city in the western desert

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Archaeologists have unearthed fourth-century quarters in Egypt, revealing residential and religious structures, including a basilica church CAIRO -- A well-preserved Byzantine-era residential city in the western desert is one of two major archaeological finds announced by Egypt on Saturday. The recent discoveries at the Dakhla Oasis and at the Marina el-Alamein archaeological site, near Alexandria, are the latest findings which the Egyptian government hopes will boost the country’s vital tourism sector, partially driven by antiquities sightseeing. Along with the strategic Suez Canal, tourism is a major source of foreign currency in the cash-strapped country.