Archaeologists unearth an ancient Middle Kingdom Egyptian tomb in Luxor

US-Egyptian archaeological team uncovers 4,000-year-old tomb near Luxor with jewelry, other artifacts

close Video Daring dog on top of ancient Egyptian pyramid makes expert descent A paraglider viewing the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt spotted a dog atop the iconic giant pyramid. (Credit: Marshall Mosher via Storyful) Archaeologists with a joint American and Egyptian expedition near Luxor have uncovered a 4,000-year-old Middle Kingdom (1938 B.C.-1630 B.C.) tomb with several intact burials, Egyptian authorities announced on Friday.  Alon…

Archaeologists find ancient Middle Kingdom tomb with 11 sealed burials

ARCHAEOLOGISTS have unearthed an ancient Middle Kingdom tomb with 11 sealed burials and “perfectly intact” jewellery. Teams from the US and Egypt made the shocking discovery near the famed city of Luxor, home to some of Egypt‘s most sacred monuments and temples. Associated PressArchaeologists found 11 ancient coloured coffins with inscriptions and paintings[/caption] AP:Associated PressEgyptian Minister of Antiquities Khaled el-Anany said the to…

First Middle Kingdom Era Tomb Uncovered at Luxor, Egypt

Artifacts from the Middle Kingdom era tomb near Luxor, Egypt. Credit: Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities In a significant archaeological discovery near Luxor, Egypt, researchers have unearthed an ancient Middle Kingdom era tomb in the South Asasif necropolis. This is the first tomb of its kind to be found in this region, dating back about 4,000 years. The tomb contains multiple burials and a collection of artifacts that have remained untouched …

Archeologists from Egypt, US unearth ancient tomb near famed city of Luxor

Archaeologists unearth ancient Middle Kingdom tomb with burials and jewellery

Egypt's Tourism and Antiquities Ministry said in a statement the ancient tomb dates back to the Middle Kingdom.

Archaeologists unearth shock ancient Middle Kingdom Egyptian tomb - Techregister

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week – from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter Archaeologists were shocked to unearth an ancient tomb with 11 sealed burials near the famed city of […]