Archaeologists Discover 3,000-Year-Old Egyptian Tomb Near Luxor
Archaeologists Discover 3,000-Year-Old Egyptian Tomb Near Luxor
Located in the Theban necropolis of Gourna, the tomb belongs to a man named Paser and was discovered by a Dutch mission from Leiden University, Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced.
How Old Is It?
The tomb dates back to the Ramesside period, which covers the 19th and 20th dynasties.
What Does It Look Like? The tomb follows the traditional design of private tombs from the New Kingdom era. It features:
An open courtyard at the entrance
A chapel carved into the rock in the shape of an inverted "T"
Underground burial chambers below the chapel
What Did They Find Inside? Excavations revealed several notable features, including:
A mud-brick bench intended for a funerary stele
A well-preserved access staircase leading into the tomb
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