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Kingdom of Kush

Cultural Exchange

A crossroads between Africa, Egypt and the Mediterranean.

Interpretive reconstruction of daily life, trade and ironworking at ancient Meroë
Artist’s interpretation of Meroë as a centre of trade and ironworking. Details are illustrative, based on the historical themes described here.

Kush traded gold, ivory, ebony and incense, and exchanged ideas, art and beliefs with its neighbours while keeping its own identity.