(d) A second-period architecture building with terraces superimposed on the walls of a first-period ruin.
(e) An enlarged plan of the temple, based on Mr. Bent’s and Sir John Willoughby’s measurements, is being prepared, and a quantity of altogether fresh architectural detail included.
Though the present is not a treasure-seeking expedition, yet there is strong probability that some “finds” of historic value may be made.
I have visited the Hill Fortress several times. Both the Western and Eastern Temples on this hill are so full of undergrowth that it is quite impossible to make any examination until it is cleared away. Within a week I hope to put on men to make a good path up to the fortress.
The following new features in ancient architecture have been discovered:—
1. A dentelle pattern till recently covered with wall débris. A portion destroyed by roots (Acropolis Ascent).
2. A small enclosure with cemented lining on face of walls (Acropolis).
3. Three wedge-shaped buttresses, first set discovered in Rhodesia (Acropolis).
4. Two drains, one showing signs of having been cemented (Acropolis).
5. A northern ancient ascent between parallel walls from large rounded entrance near donga in the valley.