Lost Pharaoh's Tomb Found in Egypt After Century-Long Search

In a significant archaeological breakthrough, a pharaoh's tomb has been unearthed in an Egyptian valley west of Luxor, as announced by Egypt's ministry of antiquities. This discovery marks a historic moment, as it is the first excavation of a royal tomb since the unearthing of Tutankhamun's burial chamber over a century ago.

Unveiling Thutmose II's Burial Site

The recently identified tomb is believed to belong to Thutmose II, who is thought to have reigned around 1480 B.C. Egypt's ministry described it as "the last missing royal tomb of the 18th Dynasty." This revelation fills an important gap in the understanding of the period's royal lineage and burial practices.

Collaborative Effort and Initial Findings

The excavation was a collaborative effort between Egyptian and British researchers, commencing in 2022. Initial findings included the entrance and main corridor of the tomb, leading archaeologists to initially suspect it belonged to a royal consort due to its proximity to the burial places of royal wives and the tomb of Hatshepsut, a queen who assumed the throne after Thutmose II's death.