The Documentary Podcast Saving Gaza's past
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Sep 8, 2025 Naaman Abdul Al, a Gazan local in his 60s, reflects on his childhood memories of the ancient port of Anthodon. He shares his heart-wrenching feelings about the loss of Gaza's rich heritage and cultural identity amid relentless conflict. Discussions dive into the passionate efforts of volunteers striving to preserve archaeological sites, emphasizing the emotional significance of artifacts that link past with present. Listeners gain insight into the resilience of a community determined to safeguard its history, even as it faces overwhelming challenges.
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Living On Top Of Ruins
- Naaman Abdul Al remembers seeing mud brick walls of the ancient port of Antidodon uncovered in the 1990s.
- He says living on top of those ruins and seeing heritage bombed has left him terribly sad.
Paris Exhibition Shows Gaza's Depth
- Elodie Bouffard curated an exhibition in Paris showing Gaza's artifacts spanning 5,000 years of history.
- She emphasizes Gaza was a crossroads of civilizations and an important antiquity hub.
Dakhelbala Mosaic's Exotic Icons
- The Dakhelbala mosaic from the 6th century was unearthed in 1988 and measures six by three meters.
- Its imagery links Gaza to Egypt and Ethiopia through animals like giraffes and elephants.