Roman Towers

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Lonely Planet review

The main entrance to the Coptic compound lies between the remains of the two round Roman Towers of Babylon's western gate. Built in AD 98 by Emperor Trajan, these were part of riverfront fortifications: at the time, the Nile would have lapped right up against them. Excavations around the southern tower have revealed part of the ancient quay, several metres below street level.