Oxyrhynchus

Oxyrhynchus is an ancient Egyptian city located in the Nile Delta, which is famous for the discovery of thousands of historical manuscripts and papyrus texts. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, archaeologists unearthed these documents from the city’s rubbish dumps, revealing valuable insights into early Christian writings, Greek literature, and everyday life in antiquity. These discoveries, known as the Oxyrhynchus Papyri, have significantly contributed to our understanding of ancient history, language, and culture. Today, Oxyrhynchus is an important archaeological site that continues to provide a wealth of historical information.