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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.
CTV News
4 days ago
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- CTV News
Egyptian archeologists discover three tombs in Luxor
In this undated photo, hieroglyphs are revealed in the three new graves of senior statesmen found in the Dra' Abu al-Naga necropolis area in Luxor, Egypt. (Egypt Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities via AP) CAIRO — Egypt unveiled three new tombs of prominent statesman in the Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis in Luxor, officials said Monday. Egyptian archeologists have discovered tombs dating back to the New Kingdom period (1550–1070 B.C.) 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 artifacts 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 artifacts from Egypt's rich ancient heritage. Graves The Egyptian archeological mission working in the Abu El-Naga arm area in the western part of Luxor has been able to unearth three graves from the modern state era. (Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities) 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. Egyptian archeological discoveries The minister of Tourism and Archeological affirmed the discovery was made by pure Egyptian hands. (Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities) Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathi described the discovery as a significant scientific and archeological 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 archeologists 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. Fatma Khaled, The Associated Press
Yahoo
4 days ago
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- Yahoo
Ancient tombs more than 3,000 years old unearthed in Egypt
Sign up for CNN's Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. Three tombs dating back thousands of years have been unearthed in an ancient Egyptian burial complex. The tombs of three prominent statesmen from the New Kingdom era (1539 to 1077 BCE) have been uncovered in Luxor, according to Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. The discovery was made in the Dra'Abu El Naga, an important non-royal necropolis in Luxor, the ministry said in a statement Monday. The excavation was carried out entirely by Egyptians, according to Sherif Fathy, minister of tourism and antiquities, who called it a 'significant' discovery for the country's archaeological record in a post on the ministry's Instagram account. Inscriptions inside the tombs allowed the excavation team to identify the names and titles of their owners, said Mohamed Ismail Khaled, secretary-general of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities, in the statement. Further work will be needed to complete cleaning and studying remaining inscriptions in the tombs. One of the tombs belongs to a person called Amun-em-Ipet from the Ramesside period (usually considered to be the 19th and 20th dynasties) who either worked in the temple or the estate of Amun, the deity revered as king of the gods. Most scenes in his tomb were destroyed, except for depictions of furniture carriers and a banquet scene, the ministry said. Another tomb, dating back to the 18th dynasty, belonged to someone named Baki who worked as a granary supervisor, the ministry said. The third tomb, also dating back to the 18th dynasty, belonged to a person called Es, who was identified as holding several jobs: supervisor in the Temple of Amun, mayor of the northern oases and scribe. Abdel Ghaffar Wagdy, director-general of Luxor antiquities, who led the mission, described the tomb layouts in the statement provided by the ministry. According to Wagdy, Amun-em -Ipet's tomb consists of a small courtyard, an entrance and a square hall ending with a niche, where a western wall was broken. Baki's tomb consists of a long, corridor-like courtyard followed by another courtyard leading to its main entrance. An extended hall leads to another long hall, ending with an incomplete chamber containing his burial well. The tomb belonging to Es also has a small courtyard containing a well, followed by a main entrance, and a transverse hall leading to another – incomplete – long hall. The tombs mark yet another discovery made this year in Luxor. In February, a joint Egyptian-British archaeological mission unearthed the tomb of King Thutmose II in what officials at the time called a 'remarkable' discovery.
