Medieval Presence at the Periphery of the Nubian State of Makuria: Examples from the Wadi Abu Dom and the Jebel al-Ain

Archaeological evidence from the Wadi Abu Dom and Jebel al-Ain reveals the extent of Christian influence and administrative reach of the Nubian state of Makuria during the medieval period. The study highlights how remote desert regions, including volcanic mountains like Ras ed-Dom, were integrated into the broader political and religious landscape of Makuria. By analyzing topographical settings and material remains, researchers demonstrate that these peripheral areas served as critical nodes for both ecological adaptation and state governance. This challenges traditional assumptions about the spatial boundaries of medieval Nubian civilization, suggesting a more dispersed yet interconnected network than previously recognized.

Eger, J., Karberg, T., & Lohwasser, A. (2019). Medieval Presence at the Periphery of the Nubian State of Makuria: Examples from the Wadi Abu Dom and the Jebel al-Ain. Dotawo: A Journal of Nubian Studies, 6(1). https://doi.org/10.5070/d66146255