A surprising discovery by a team of researchers from Australia and Great Britain. They were able to unravel the mystery of the mysterious stone walls that were built by the people of Nubia in the Nile Valley of northern Sudan. These walls allowed the inhabitants to control the flow of the Nile River, collect fertile silt, irrigate agricultural crops and protect the banks from being washed away by water. It is the oldest hydraulic system in the world, estimated to be 3,000 years old.
How did the ancient Egyptians use the Nile River?
The Nile River was vital to the ancient Egyptians. It provided water for the land on which they grew their food. It was also used to transport goods and people. However, to make the most of the Nile River, the Egyptians created a unique hydraulic system that allowed them to control the flow of the river.
The stone walls that were created by the people of Nubia allowed them to collect fertile silt. This silt was used as fertilizer for agriculture. It contains a lot of phosphorus, which plays an important role in photosynthesis as well as cell division and the transfer of genetic information. In addition, stone structures were used by the ancient inhabitants of northern Sudan to change the direction of water so that they could irrigate the land more easily. High walls could protect settlements from floods and also create ideal fishing spots protected from the wind.
How were the currents of the Nile River controlled?
The ancient Egyptians controlled the currents of the Nile very skillfully and literally subjugated the powerful element. They used stone walls to change the direction of the water and create canals to irrigate the land. They also built high walls to protect settlements from floods.
The oldest hydraulic system in the world
This incredibly durable hydraulic system played a crucial role in allowing ancient communities to grow food and thrive in the complex landscapes of Nubia for more than 3,000 years. The old stone walls, which are essentially parts of a complete hydraulic system, cannot be used because global warming has changed the direction of the Nile River currents.
