Newly discovered archaeological relics in Adulis evaluated as being remarkable in fostering tourism

Students from the College of Arts and Social Science explained that newly described archaeological relics in line with the second phase excavation program regarding Adulis are remarkable in developing the nation’s tourism industry. Adi-Keih, May 1, 2012 – Students from the College of Arts and Social Science explained that newly described archaeological relics in line with the second phase excavation program regarding Adulis are remarkable in developing the nation’s tourism industry. The students who made a tour of the site and observed the excavation activities being carried out by Eritrean and Italian experts explained that the historical interpretations of the findings are significant, and asserted that such findings are vital in supplementing their academy with practical knowledge.

Alem Woldegabir, student of Archaeology, said that the tour was a basis for a down-to-earth learning, and that the relics revealing the secrets of the ancient port of Adulis constitute a vital legacy for the next generation.
Fasil Ashenafi on his part commended the role of the inhabitants in the area in relaying information apart from their hospitability.

The Administration of the National Museum of Eritrea pointed out that the second phase excavation program regarding Adulis, which is in progress in 4 sites and classified in 5 stages, is aimed at launching the required research activities on the ancient port, besides scientifically rectifying some previous works of excavation.