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2 days ago
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3 ancient Egyptian tombs dating to the New Kingdom discovered near Luxor
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered three New Kingdom tombs dating to more than 3,000 years ago. The burials were found within a cemetery now known as Dra Abu el-Naga, which is near modern-day Luxor (ancient Thebes). The three deceased individuals, all men, each held important roles in ancient Egypt's temples and grain silos. So it's no surprise they were buried at the Dra Abu el-Naga cemetery, which is located near the Nile and is a necropolis for important non-royal people. One of the tombs belongs to a man named "Amun-Em-Ipet" who served in a temple or estate that was dedicated to Amun, a god associated with ancient Thebes, Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said in a translated statement. The man lived during the 19th dynasty (circa 1295 to 1186 B.C.), a time when Egypt controlled an empire that stretched from Syria to Sudan. The tomb contains a small courtyard, a hallway and a burial chamber. The surviving wall paintings depict banquets, funerary offerings and a funerary procession. At a later time, his tomb was re-occupied by other individuals and another hallway was built. The two other tombs date to the early part of the 18th dynasty (circa 1550 to 1295 B.C.). One is of a man named Baki, who was a supervisor of grain silos. His tomb has a corridor-shaped courtyard that connects to a second courtyard, which in turn has an entrance that leads to an unfinished chapel with a burial shaft. The other early 18th-dynasty tomb belongs to a man named "Es," who had a number of different titles that indicate he was a scribe and a supervisor in a temple of Amun. The tomb has an entrance hall, a small courtyard and a series of unfinished chambers along with a burial shaft. Related: Archaeologists unearth tree-lined walkway that led to ancient Egyptian fortress in Sinai Desert Image 1 of 2 The interior of one of the tombs found near Luxor. Image 2 of 2 Shabtis found in the tombs. The ancient Egyptians believed that shabtis would work for the deceased in the afterlife. The fact that all three tombs have courtyards is not unusual. "Courtyards are common elements of the New Kingdom tombs of the non-royal Theban necropolis, and they are present throughout Dra Abu el-Naga," Katherine Slinger, a lecturer in Egyptian archaeology at the University of Manchester in the U.K. who was not involved with the excavation, told Live Science in an email. RELATED STORIES —Rare tomb from Egypt's Middle Kingdom holds a wealth of jewelry and several generations of the same family —Excavations at Queen Hatshepsut's mortuary temple reveal elaborate burials, decorated blocks and ancient tools —2,100-year-old temple from ancient Egypt discovered hidden in cliff face "These courtyards had a ritual purpose, particularly during the funeral of the deceased and necropolis festivals," and were sometimes shared with adjacent tombs, Slinger said. "These newly discovered courtyards may contain evidence of this ritual activity," she noted. Felix Arnold, an archaeologist with the German Archaeological Institute who was not involved in the excavation, told Live Science in an email that "courtyards are typical elements of New Kingdom tombs. The study of these exterior elements of tomb precincts tend to be neglected [and] their careful study will offer new insights." A team made up entirely of Egyptian archaeologists discovered the tombs, the statement noted. Excavations of the site are ongoing, as is analysis of the tombs.
Egypt Today
2 days ago
- Egypt Today
Three New Tombs Discovered in Luxor: A Major Breakthrough in Egypt's New Kingdom Heritage
A major archaeological discovery has just been made in Luxor's Dra Abu el-Naga: three newly uncovered tombs belonging to high-ranking officials from the New Kingdom era. Excavation and cleaning efforts are ongoing to reveal more about the tombs' owners, with plans to study and publish the findings in academic detail. The secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities personally visited the site and stressed the importance of scientific documentation and publication. An Egyptian archaeological mission in the Dra Abu el-Naga area on Luxor's West Bank has unearthed three New Kingdom tombs during the current excavation season. Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy hailed the discovery as a major scientific and archaeological achievement, bolstering Egypt's standing on the global cultural tourism map. He noted that these tombs are expected to become a key attraction for lovers of heritage and history due to their rich cultural and human significance. The Minister emphasized that this discovery—carried out entirely by Egyptian hands—demonstrates the remarkable capabilities of local archaeologists in making world-class discoveries. Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, inspected the site and confirmed that all three tombs date back to the New Kingdom. The names and titles of their owners were identified through inscriptions found within the tombs. He noted that further cleaning and analysis will be conducted to better understand the tombs' significance, with a commitment to scientific study and publication. Mohamed Abdel-Badei, Head of the Egyptian Antiquities Sector, revealed that one of the tombs belongs to 'Amun-em-Opet,' a Ramesside-era official who served at a temple or estate of Amun. While much of the artwork was destroyed, surviving scenes depict offerings, funerary furniture, and banquet rituals. The second and third tombs date back to the 18th Dynasty. One belonged to 'Baki,' a granary overseer, while the other belonged to 'S,' who held multiple titles: overseer of Amun's temple in the oases, mayor of the northern oases, and scribe. As for their layout: • Amun-em-Opet's tomb features a small courtyard, an entrance leading to a square hall, and a niche—later altered in reuse. • Baki's tomb includes a long corridor-like courtyard, followed by another yard leading to a transverse hall and then a longitudinal chamber ending in an unfinished shrine with a burial shaft. • The tomb of 'S' starts with a small courtyard and burial shaft, leading to the main entrance and a transverse hall that connects to an unfinished longitudinal room. This discovery adds a fascinating new chapter to Egypt's ever-unfolding archaeological story. Three New Tombs Discovered in Luxor: A Major Breakthrough in Egypt's New Kingdom Heritage A major archaeological discovery has just been made in Luxor's Dra Abu el-Naga: three newly uncovered tombs belonging to high-ranking officials from the New Kingdom era. Excavation and cleaning efforts are ongoing to reveal more about the tombs' owners, with plans to study and publish the findings in academic detail. The secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities personally visited the site and stressed the importance of scientific documentation and publication. An Egyptian archaeological mission in the Dra Abu el-Naga area on Luxor's West Bank has unearthed three New Kingdom tombs during the current excavation season. Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy hailed the discovery as a major scientific and archaeological achievement, bolstering Egypt's standing on the global cultural tourism map. He noted that these tombs are expected to become a key attraction for lovers of heritage and history due to their rich cultural and human significance. The Minister emphasized that this discovery—carried out entirely by Egyptian hands—demonstrates the remarkable capabilities of local archaeologists in making world-class discoveries. Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, inspected the site and confirmed that all three tombs date back to the New Kingdom. The names and titles of their owners were identified through inscriptions found within the tombs. He noted that further cleaning and analysis will be conducted to better understand the tombs' significance, with a commitment to scientific study and publication. Mohamed Abdel-Badei, Head of the Egyptian Antiquities Sector, revealed that one of the tombs belongs to 'Amun-em-Opet,' a Ramesside-era official who served at a temple or estate of Amun. While much of the artwork was destroyed, surviving scenes depict offerings, funerary furniture, and banquet rituals. The second and third tombs date back to the 18th Dynasty. One belonged to 'Baki,' a granary overseer, while the other belonged to 'S,' who held multiple titles: overseer of Amun's temple in the oases, mayor of the northern oases, and scribe. As for their layout: • Amun-em-Opet's tomb features a small courtyard, an entrance leading to a square hall, and a niche—later altered in reuse. • Baki's tomb includes a long corridor-like courtyard, followed by another yard leading to a transverse hall and then a longitudinal chamber ending in an unfinished shrine with a burial shaft. • The tomb of 'S' starts with a small courtyard and burial shaft, leading to the main entrance and a transverse hall that connects to an unfinished longitudinal room. This discovery adds a fascinating new chapter to Egypt's ever-unfolding archaeological story.
Western Telegraph
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Fishguard's Abbie starts in Bake Off: The Professionals
Abbie from Scleddau, near Fishguard, is known locally for her amazing custom-baked cake creations by Abstar Makes. Tomorrow, with partner team Amun, she will go head-to-head against 11 other talented teams all vying to be crowned Britain's best professional bakers. Abbie and Amun met 16 years ago while working at Gordon Ramsay's the best friends have been inseparable ever since. Team captain Amun lost his eyesight due to diabetic retinopathy at the age of 24. He cites Abbie as his rock through his sight loss and said that there is no one else he would do this competition with. Through hard work and sheer determination Amun, who is registered blind, managed to re-learn the basics such as holding a knife and piping skills and is now back to the top of his game as a pastry chef. Abbie said that when Amun first contacted her to ask if she would apply for the series her initial reaction was 'are you mad? Absolutely not'. 'But after a few convincing messages, I gave in and said yes,' she posted on her Abstar Makes page. 'Then came the wait and finally, the phone call: we were in. 'I still can't believe this actually happened,' she said. 'Stepping into the Bake Off kitchen felt like a dream, totally surreal. 'I'm beyond grateful for the experience and all the amazing people I met along the way. The production team was phenomenal, the amount of work that goes into creating this show is just mind-blowing.' Abbie said that all the chefs that took part were amazing. 'We connected instantly,' she said. 'It was such a unique experience, and it's created a bond between us that I'll always treasure.' She added that she couldn't be prouder of Amun, not just for how he handled this show, but for everything he does in life. 'Being visually impaired has brought countless challenges his way, yet he continues to rise above them with strength and determination,' she said. 'He's genuinely inspiring, and I'm so proud to call him my friend.' This year's series of Bake Off: The Professionals is filmed in the spectacular Firle Place in Sussex. The talented twosomes hoping to bake, decorate, sculpt and build their way to success this year will face some truly jaw-dropping challenges, including the show's first ever showpiece floating on water. Other themes include tiered wedding celebration mille-feuille, Japanese Gardens, extraterrestrial sugar and jelly desserts, a tiered St Honore, some fiendishly clever illusion showpieces, and the intriguing-sounding Whoops I Dropped the… suspended showpiece. In episode one the chefs will face two days of testing challenges which have been set by world class top pâtissier experts, Benoit Blin and Cherish Finden. For their first task the chefs will face a secret challenge unlike any ever set before; without a proper recipe to hand, they are going to have to rely on all their pastry instinct, innate knowledge and above all their teamwork to create one of Cherish Finden's very own creations, the Apple Tin, in just two and a half hours. For their second challenge the teams must become masters of illusion with a Food and Drink inspired showpiece which within is a hidden Victoria Sandwich elevated to new heights, far from its humble beginnings. The first episode of Bake Off: The Professionals airs on Channel 4 on Tuesday 27 May, at 8pm.
Daily News Egypt
4 days ago
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- Daily News Egypt
Egypt discovers three New Kingdom tombs in Luxor's Dra' Abu El-Naga
The Egyptian archaeological mission working at Dra' Abu El-Naga on Luxor's west bank has uncovered three tombs dating back to Egypt's New Kingdom era, marking a significant discovery during the current excavation season. Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy described the find as a major scientific and archaeological milestone. He highlighted its importance in enhancing Egypt's international standing as a hub for cultural tourism and expressed confidence that the tombs would attract increased interest, particularly from travellers drawn to Egypt's rich ancient heritage. Fathy also praised the fact that the discovery was made entirely by Egyptian archaeologists, calling it a testament to the growing capabilities and expertise of national excavation teams. During a site visit, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities Mohamed Ismail Khaled confirmed that the tombs all date to the New Kingdom period. Inscriptions found within the burial chambers have revealed the names and titles of the tombs' occupants, and further cleaning and documentation are underway to uncover additional details. Khaled noted that a comprehensive scientific study and formal publication of the discovery are planned. Mohamed Abdel-Badei, Head of the Egyptian Antiquities Sector, explained that one of the tombs belonged to a man named Amun-em-Ipet, who lived during the Ramesside period and served in the temple or estate of Amun. Although large portions of the tomb's decoration have been damaged or lost, surviving scenes depict offerings, funerary furniture being carried, and a banquet—classic elements of New Kingdom funerary art. The second tomb belonged to a man named Baki, who held the title of supervisor of the grain silo during the 18th Dynasty. The third tomb, also from the 18th Dynasty, belonged to a man identified only as S, who served as supervisor of Amun's temple in the oases, mayor of the northern oases, and scribe—roles that suggest significant administrative authority. Abdel-Ghaffar Wagdy, Director General of Luxor Antiquities and head of the mission, provided details on the tomb architecture. The tomb of Amun-em-Ipet features a small courtyard leading to a square hall that ends in a niche; this niche was later altered when the western wall was breached to create an additional hall, likely during a secondary reuse of the tomb. Baki's tomb includes an elongated courtyard resembling a corridor, followed by another open space that leads into the main entrance. Inside, a transverse hall opens into a longitudinal hall ending with an unfinished chapel and burial shaft. The tomb of S has a simpler design, beginning with a small courtyard and burial shaft, followed by a transverse hall that connects to an unfinished longitudinal hall. This discovery adds valuable insight into the roles and lives of officials during the New Kingdom and reinforces the importance of Luxor as a continuing source of archaeological revelations. It also highlights the growing success of Egyptian-led missions in uncovering and preserving the country's ancient heritage for both scholarly and public audiences.
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5 days ago
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Three New Tombs of Senior Officials from New Kingdom Discovered in Luxor's Dra Abu El-Naga
Nada Mustafa- Ali Abu Dashish Egyptian archaeological mission working in Dra Abu El-Naga area on the west bank of Luxor has uncovered three tombs dating back to the New Kingdom era, during the current excavation season at the site. Mr. Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, described the discovery as a scientific and archaeological achievement that adds to the growing list of archaeological finds enhancing Egypt's position on the global cultural tourism map. He added that these newly discovered tombs are expected to significantly contribute to attracting more visitors, especially those interested in cultural tourism, due to their distinctive historical and human value. Moreover, Fathy emphasized that this discovery, made entirely by Egyptian hands, reflects the outstanding capabilities of Egyptian archaeological teams in achieving internationally recognized, high-impact discoveries. Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, who visited the site to inspect the discovery, explained that all three tombs date back to the New Kingdom period. The names and titles of their owners were identified through the inscriptions found within the tombs. He noted that the mission will continue its cleaning and documentation work to further study the remaining inscriptions and conduct scientific publication of the findings. Mr. Mohamed Abdel Badi', Head of the Egyptian Antiquities Sector at the Supreme Council of Antiquities, pointed out that one of the tombs belongs to a man named "Amun-em-Opet" from the Ramesside period, who worked in the temple or estate of Amun. He stated that although most of the tomb's scenes have been damaged, the remaining parts depict offerings, funerary furniture bearers, and a banquet scene. The second and third tombs date back to the 18th Dynasty. One of them belongs to a man named "Baki," who was a supervisor of a grain silo. The other is attributed to a person named "S," who served as a supervisor of the Amun temple in the oases, the mayor of the northern oases, and a scribe. Regarding the tomb architecture, Dr. Abdel Ghafar Wagdy, Director-General of Luxor Antiquities and head of the mission, noted that Amun-em-Opet's tomb consists of a small courtyard, followed by an entrance and a square hall ending in a niche, whose western wall was broken during a later reuse of the tomb to create another hall. Baki's tomb features a long, corridor-like courtyard that leads to another courtyard, followed by the main entrance, a transverse hall, and a longitudinal hall ending in an unfinished shrine containing a burial shaft. The tomb of "S" includes a small courtyard with a shaft, followed by the main entrance, a transverse hall, and an unfinished longitudinal hall. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
