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Welcome to the website of the Amarna Project
The ancient Egyptian city of Tell el-Amarna (or simply Amarna) was the short-lived capital built by the ‘heretic’ Pharaoh Akhenaten and abandoned shortly after his death (c. 1332 BCE). It was here that he pursued his vision of a society dedicated to the cult of one god, the power of the sun (the Aten). As well as this historic interest Amarna remains the largest readily accessible living-site from ancient Egypt. It is thus simultaneously the key to a chapter in the history of religious experience and to a fuller understanding of what it was like to be an ancient Egyptian. There is no other site like it.
Mission Statement
Working with the agreement and co-operation of the Egyptian government, and in particular the Supreme Council of Antiquities, the Amarna Project seeks to:
- Explore by archaeology the ancient city of Amarna and its historical context
- Preserve what is left of the ancient city
- Promote study and recording of the history, archaeology and traditional life and crafts of the surrounding region
- Increase public knowledge, at all levels, of the city of Amarna and of the surrounding region
Supporting Amarna
Amarna is under immediate threat from urban and agricultural growth. As we work with the Ministry of Antiquities on conservation, outreach and research initiatives, we invite you to join our international community of supporters to ensure the long-term survive of this unique heritage site. Subscribe to our Akhetaten Circle with a minimum gift of only £10- a month, or our Meryra Circle for £500- per year, and contribute to protecting Amarna.
Visit the Amarna Trust website to find out more.
The Amarna Project is supported by:
