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"Ibn al-Haytham in Egypt", artistic impression

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Artist’s impression of Ibn al-Haytham in Egypt examining the river Nile, by Ali Amro.

In the 11th century, Ibn al-Haytham was invited to Egypt to help build a dam on the Nile. After a field visit, he declined to proceed with the project.

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  • Title: "Ibn al-Haytham in Egypt", artistic impression
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