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Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
Archaeologists Found 3 Tombs That Were Hidden Beneath the Sand for 3,500 Years
Here's what you'll learn when you read this story: Egyptian archaeologists discovered three tombs in Luxor from Egypt's New Kingdom. Each tomb came with an inscription to give clues as to the name and position of its inhabitant. Some of the tomb architecture was impressively expansive. Three New Kingdom tombs were recently discovered in Luxor. While that's worth celebrating on its own, it gets even better—researchers found inscriptions in the tombs that help tell the stories of the high-ranking officials that were once buried there. According to a translated statement from Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, the three tombs—discovered in the necropolis of Draa Abu El-Naga on the west bank of Luxor—all come from the New Kingdom (1539 to 1077 B.C.). One is from the 19th Dynasty, led by the Ramesside family, and the other two are from the 18th Dynasty. The 19th Dynasty tomb belonged to Amun-em-Ipet—an official who likely worked in the temple or the estate of Amun. While much of the funerary furniture and decorations had faded or been destroyed over time, artistry that was still visible depicted scenes of offering, funerary furniture carriers, and banqueting. The tomb itself was highlighted by a small courtyard that led into the square chamber. The west wall once featured a spot to hold funerary goods, but it was destroyed during later reuse. The two 18th Dynasty tombs were similar in design. One belonged to a person named Baki, who was likely a granary silo supervisor. Baki's tomb is more complex than the one from the 19th Dynasty, with a long hallway-styled courtyard leading to a second courtyard ahead of the main entrance. The tomb then turns and opens into a long chamber with a funerary room. The third tomb belonged to a person called Es, who had a longer list of responsibilities and was known to be a key official in the Temple of Amun in the oasis, the governor of the northern oasis, and a scribe. The tomb closely mirrors that of Baki, and features a small courtyard containing a well, followed by the tomb's main entrance, and then a transverse hall leading to another (incomplete) longitudinal hall. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, the Secretary General of Egypt's Supreme Council for Antiquities, said that experts will continue to study the carvings and hope to gain more information about the tomb's owners. Sherif Fathy, Egypt's Minister of Tourism and Archaeology, called the find by a scientific and archaeological achievement that will greatly contribute to attracting more visitors to the region. You Might Also Like The Do's and Don'ts of Using Painter's Tape The Best Portable BBQ Grills for Cooking Anywhere Can a Smart Watch Prolong Your Life?
The Sun
3 days ago
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- The Sun
Three ancient Egyptian tombs are unearthed after 3,500yrs -but you'd be surprised who each ornate burial site was for
A CLEVER team of archaeologists have unearthed a trio of ancient tombs which all belonged to a peculiar set of Egyptians. The three ornate burial sites date back more than 3,500 years and were discovered in the Dra Abu el-Naga necropolis in the southern Egyptian city of Luxor. 5 5 5 The team who analysed the tombs were quickly able to uncover who each belonged to due to the names and titles of the owners being found through inscriptions inside. One of the tombs, which was found mostly destroyed, belonged to Amum-em-Ipet, from the Ramesside period. Another was used to bury a man called Baki as the third was used for the body of a person named only as S. Both of these individuals worked as regular supervisors in the time around 1550BC. Baki worked as a supervisor of the grain silo, while S was a supervisor at the Temple of Amun. They were also said to be a a writer and the mayor of the northern oases. All three tombs featured a small courtyard leading up to their entrance. Sherif Fathir, Egypt's tourism and antiquities minister, described the discovery as a significant scientific and archaeological achievement. The city of Luxor has long been seen as one of Egypt's oldest and most ancient sites which is full of unexplored history. In 2021, an Egyptian city was uncovered after 3,000 years with experts hailing it the most "important discovery since the tomb of Tutankhamun". The "Golden City of Luxor" became the 'the largest' ancient city ever found in Egypt. As well as the the city streets and evidence of buildings, lots of artefacts and even skeletal remains have been discovered. The team found precious jewellery, scarab beetle amulets and coloured pottery. Elsewhere, a mysterious giant pink door has been discovered inside a 4,400-year-old tomb. The entrance was found at the Saqqara Necropolis - an ancient cemetery full of pyramids and tombs - in Cairo, Egypt. The stunning discovery was made by a team of Egyptian archaeologists as part of ongoing research work at the site. Pictures from the dig show the looming pink door which measures an impressive 15ft tall and 4ft wide. But instead of a functioning door archaeologists have actually uncovered a wall carving which has been cleverly designed to look like an entrance. A brief history of Ancient Egypt Here's everything you need to know... The Ancient Egyptians were an advanced civilisation who at one point owned a huge portion of the globe The civilisation began about 5,000 years ago when ancient humans began building villages along the River Nile It lasted for about 3,000 years and saw the building of complex cities centuries ahead of their time – as well as the famous Great Pyramids The Ancient Egyptians were experts at farming and construction They invented a solar calendar, and one of the world's earliest writing systems: The hieroglyph The Egyptians were ruled by kings and queens called pharaohs Religion and the afterlife were a huge part of Ancient Egyptian culture. They had over 2,000 gods Pharaohs built huge elaborate tombs to be buried in, some of which were pyramids – at the time among the largest buildings in the world The Egyptians believed in life after death, and important people's corpses were mummified to preserve their bodies for the afterlife The Ancient Egytpian empire fell due to a mix of factors, including wars with other empires and a 100-year period of drought and starvation 5
Gulf Insider
3 days ago
- Gulf Insider
Three Ancient Egyptian Tombs Dating Back More Than 3,500 Years Discovered Near Valley Of The Kings
Archaeologists in Egypt have made a remarkable discovery of a trio of ancient tombs dating back more than 3,500 years. The burial sites, unearthed in the Dra Abu el-Naga necropolis in the southern Egyptian city of Luxor, belonged to prominent statesmen from the New Kingdom period which began around 1550 BC. One of the tombs, which was found to be mostly destroyed, belonged to Amum-em-Ipet from the Ramesside period, while the other two date back to the 18th Dynasty. The 18th Dynasty tombs belonged to a man called Baki, who worked as a supervisor of a grain silo, and another individual identified only as S – who served as a supervisor at the Temple of Amun, a writer and the mayor of the northern oases. The names and titles of the tombs' owners were identified through inscriptions found within the burial chambers, according to Mohamed Ismail Khaled, the secretary-general of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities. But Khaled counselled that further study of additional inscriptions would be needed to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the tombs' owners. The discovery represents a significant addition to Egypt's rich archaeological record, and has shed light on the lives of officials who served during the New Kingdom period. Sherif Fathir, Egypt's tourism and antiquities minister, described the find as 'a significant scientific and archaeological achievement.' The ministry views archaeology as a key sector which can substantially boost cultural tourism in Egypt, Fathir said. And the tombs' discovery comes after a recent string of important archaeological finds in the north African nation. Earlier this year, archaeologists announced the discovery of Egypt's first royal tomb since King Tutankhamun's burial chamber was unearthed more than a century ago. The ancient resting place of King Thutmose II, who ruled around 3,500 years ago, was found in west Luxor's Valley of the Kings. Elswhere, researchers found ancient rock-cut tombs and 3,600-year-old burial shafts at the causeway of Queen Hatshepsut's funerary temple at Deir al-Bahri on the Nile's West Bank. While late last year, a US-Egyptian team excavated a tomb with 11 sealed burials in the South Asasif necropolis, next to the Temple of Hatshepsut. All of the discoveries have come ahead of the much-anticipated full opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum this summer. Though a final official date is still yet to be confirmed, the museum is set showcase more than 100,000 artefacts recovered from beneath the Egyptian sand.
The Hindu
3 days ago
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- The Hindu
Egyptian archaeologists discover three tombs in Luxor
Egypt unveiled three new tombs of prominent statesman in the Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis in Luxor, officials said Monday. Egyptian archaeologists have discovered tombs dating back to the New Kingdom period (1550–1070 BC) and identified the names and titles of their owners through inscriptions found within, according to a statement by the tourism and antiquities ministry. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, said in the statement that further study of other tombs' inscriptions is needed to gain a deeper understanding of the tombs' owners. The ministry released pictures of items discovered in the tombs, including artefacts and statues. The discovery comes in the lead-up to the highly anticipated full opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, which is expected this summer, though a final official date is yet to be confirmed. The museum will showcase more than 100,000 artefacts from Egypt's rich ancient heritage. One of the tombs discovered in Luxor on Monday belonged to Amum-em-Ipet, from the Ramesside period, who worked in the estate of Amun. His tomb was mostly destroyed and what remained were depictions of the funeral furniture carriers and a banquet. Amum-em-Ipet's tomb begins with a small courtyard leading to an entrance and then a square hall ending with a niche, whose western wall was destroyed. The other tombs date back to the 18th Dynasty and include one belonging to a man named Baki, who served as a supervisor of the grain silo. Another tomb contains the burial of an individual named 'S,' who held multiple roles — he was a supervisor at the Temple of Amun in the oasis, a writer and the mayor of the northern oases. Baki's tomb has a courtyard leading to the main entrance of the tomb as well as a long corridor-like courtyard. It also has a transverse hall leading to another longitudinal hall that leads up to an unfinished chamber that contains a burial well. Meanwhile, the other tomb that belongs to 'S' has a small courtyard with a well, the tomb's main entrance, and a transverse hall that leads to an incomplete longitudinal hall. Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathi described the discovery as a significant scientific and archaeological achievement, noting that it is one of the areas poised to greatly boost cultural tourism and attract more visitors with an interest in Egypt's rich heritage. In January, Egypt made several discoveries near the famed city of Luxor, including ancient rock-cut tombs and burial shafts dating back 3,600 years. They were unearthed at the causeway of Queen Hatshepsut's funerary temple at Deir al-Bahri on the Nile's West Bank. Late last year, Egyptian and American archaeologists excavated an ancient tomb with 11 sealed burials near Luxor. The tomb, which dates to the Middle Kingdom, was found in the South Asasif necropolis, next to the Temple of Hatshepsut.
CBS News
4 days ago
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- CBS News
3 ancient tombs of prominent statesmen discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists in Egypt have unveiled the millennia-old tombs of three senior statesmen, identified by inscriptions left on the tombs. The three sites in the city of Luxor date to the New Kingdom era, Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said on social media, which ranged from about 1550 to 1070 B.C. One of the tombs is for a person called "Amon-am-Ebt," who worked in a temple or other sacred site. The tomb has a view of sacrificial items and other relics, the ministry said. The tomb includes a small courtyard, an entrance, and a square hall. That site was later reused, and another hall was built, the ministry said. Another tomb is for a person called "Baki," who was a supervisor at a nearby monastery. The tomb included multiple courtyards and an exhibition hall. The third tomb, which included a small courtyard and its own exhibition hall, was for a person identified as "S," who worked as an overseer at a nearby temple, and was also a mayor and writer, the ministry said. An image in one of the tombs. Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities Further research will be done to learn more about the tombs, their occupants and their construction, the ministry said. The tombs were found in the Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis in Luxor. In late 2024, Egyptian officials announced the discovery of an ancient tomb with 11 sealed coffins, and a trove of jewelry, near Luxor. The site was likely a family tomb, CBS News previously reported. In 2023, researchers found what is believed to be the first burial site in the city. Overall, more than a thousand burial sites have been found in Luxor, Fathy Yaseen, director general of antiquities of Upper Egypt, told CBS News in 2023.
