US EditionEgypt Uncovers Three New Kingdom Tombs in Luxor's Dra Abu al-Naga
- Egyptian archaeologists discovered three ancient tombs of prominent statesmen on Monday in the Dra Abu el-Naga necropolis, Luxor.
- The tombs date to the New Kingdom period, around 1550-1070 B.C., and were found through inscriptions identifying their owners and titles.
- The tombs include one belonging to Amum-em-Ipet from the Ramesside period, another belonging to Baki, a grain silo supervisor, and one to S, a temple supervisor, writer, and oasis mayor.
- Egypt's Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathi, highlighted the find as an important scientific and archaeological milestone that is expected to enhance cultural tourism in the country.
- The findings arrive ahead of the Grand Egyptian Museum's expected full opening this summer, which will showcase over 100,000 artifacts from Egypt's ancient heritage.
91 Articles
91 Articles
Ancient Tombs More Than 3,000 Years Old Unearthed in Egypt's Luxor
The tombs of three ancient Egyptian officials have been discovered in Luxor, the Egyptian government has stated, marking yet another discovery from the famous city on the Nile. In February, the tomb of pharaoh Thutmose II was found not far from the Dra’Abu El Naga, an important non-royal necropolis where this new trio of discoveries […] The post Ancient Tombs More Than 3,000 Years Old Unearthed in Egypt’s Luxor appeared first on Good News Networ…
Archaeologists Unearth More Ancient Finds Near Luxor
Egypt unveiled three new tombs of prominent statesmen in the Dra' Abu el-Naga necropolis in Luxor, officials said Monday. Archaeologists discovered tombs dating back to the New Kingdom period (1550BC–1070BC) and identified the names and titles of their owners through inscriptions found within, according to a statement by the Ministry...
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 54% of the sources are Center
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage
