Archaeologists Uncover Three 3000-Year-Old Tombs in Luxor, Egypt

luxor - Archaeologists unearthed three ancient graves in Luxor, Egypt, belonging to high-ranking officials from the New Kingdom period, not pharaohs. Inscriptions reveal details about the occupants' roles in society.

Archaeologists Uncover Three 3000-Year-Old Tombs in Luxor, Egypt

Archaeologists have discovered three millennia-old tombs in a necropolis in present-day Luxor, Egypt. These tombs, found in the non-royal necropolis of Dra'Abu El Naga, belong to high-ranking individuals from the New Kingdom period, dating back to 1539-1077 BC.

Insights from Inscriptions

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities reported that inscriptions in the tombs provide information about the occupants and their societal roles. Further deciphering of inscriptions is required for a complete understanding.

Details of the Tombs

One tomb belonged to Amon-em-Ipet from the 19th and 20th dynasties. The tomb, though mostly destroyed, features depictions of furniture bearers and a banquet scene. Another tomb, dated to the 18th dynasty, belonged to Baki, an overseer of a granary. The third tomb, also from the 18th dynasty, was the resting place of Es, a multifaceted individual.

Significance of the Discovery

This discovery adds to the series of significant archaeological findings in Egypt this year. Earlier, a tomb of an Egyptian pharaoh was unearthed in the West Bank of Luxor, followed by another tomb in Abydos, dating back approximately 3600 years.