World's oldest bowling alley discovered in Egypt

On May 28 in Cairo time, Italian archaeologists discovered what might be the world's oldest bowling alley in Egypt.

Archaeologists found a large room at a site in the province of Al-Fayyum, 90 kilometers south of Cairo. The room had a long narrow passage leading to a pit, with two heavy stone balls placed beside it. It appeared to be a place created by men of that time for playing games, and this game became the prototype of modern bowling. This ancient bowling play area was evidently part of a residence. A large quantity of papyrus made from cyperus plants, pottery, and bronze objects dating back to ancient Egypt were also unearthed at this site.