https://en.sputniknews.africa/20260704/1087214065.html

18 Ancient Tombs Unearthed Egypt's Northwestern Coast

18 Ancient Tombs Unearthed Egypt's Northwestern Coast

Sputnik Africa

18 Ancient Tombs Unearthed Egypt's Northwestern Coast The excavation in Marina El Alamein also revealed extensions and architectural remains, bringing the... 04.07.2026, Sputnik Africa

2026-07-04T21:23+0200

2026-07-04T21:23+0200

2026-07-04T21:24+0200

sputnik africa

https://cdn1.img.sputniknews.africa/img/07ea/07/04/1087213906_0:0:1280:720_1920x0_80_0_0_75c2f518de439418321fd46d54af2d3f.jpg

18 Ancient Tombs Unearthed Egypt's Northwestern Coast The excavation in Marina El Alamein also revealed extensions and architectural remains, bringing the total tombs discovered in the area since 1986 to 44, the State Information Service reported.The findings include:🟠11 rock-cut tombs🟠7 limestone surface tombs🟠surface burials🟠sarcophagi🟠reused water well🟠pottery, oil lamps and limestone altars.The discovery will improve understanding of the city’s ancient inhabitants and support cultural tourism alongside Egypt’s North Coast beach resorts, Tourism Minister Sherif Fathy said.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

2026

News

en_EN

sputnik africa