Luxor Tombs Discovery: Ancient Egyptian Tombs Unearthed
- CAIRO — Egyptian officials announced Monday the discovery of three tombs in Luxor's Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis.The find offers new insights into the lives and roles of ancient...
- Archaeologists identified the tombs' occupants through inscriptions, according to the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.
- Mohamed Ismail Khaled, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, saeid further analysis of the inscriptions is needed to fully understand the identities of those buried within the...
uncover a pivotal moment in ancient history! Egyptian officials have revealed the finding of three stunning tombs in Luxor, shedding new light on the lives and roles of people during the New Kingdom era. These remarkable findings, dating back to 1550–1070 B.C., offer incredible insights through detailed inscriptions and recovered artifacts.One tomb belonged to Amum-em-Ipet, offering a look into the estate of amun, while others belonged to officials overseeing vital roles, such as a supervisor of the grain silo. The discovery underscores the crucial role of officials like Baki and “S” within ancient Egyptian society. News Directory 3 is thrilled to bring you this exclusive report. Preliminary findings hint at even more revelations to come as archaeologists continue their analysis. Discover what’s next in the world of ancient Egypt!
Luxor tombs Unveiled: New Discoveries Shed Light on ancient Egyptian Roles
Updated May 26, 2025
CAIRO — Egyptian officials announced Monday the discovery of three tombs in Luxor’s Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis.The find offers new insights into the lives and roles of ancient Egyptians during the New kingdom era.
Archaeologists identified the tombs’ occupants through inscriptions, according to the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. The tombs date back to 1550–1070 B.C.
Mohamed Ismail Khaled, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, saeid further analysis of the inscriptions is needed to fully understand the identities of those buried within the ancient tombs.
The ministry released images of artifacts and statues recovered from the tombs. The discovery comes as Egypt prepares to fully open the Grand Egyptian Museum this summer, showcasing over 100,000 artifacts.
one tomb belonged to Amum-em-Ipet, who worked in the estate of Amun during the Ramesside period. The tomb, largely destroyed, features depictions of funeral furniture carriers and a banquet.Its structure includes a small courtyard, an entrance, a square hall, and a niche with a destroyed western wall.
Two other tombs date to the 18th Dynasty. One belonged to Baki, a supervisor of the grain silo. The other contained the remains of an individual known as “S,” who held multiple roles: supervisor at the Temple of Amun, writer, and mayor of the northern oases. The roles of thes individuals were vital to the functioning of ancient Egyptian society.
Baki’s tomb includes a courtyard, a long corridor-like courtyard, a transverse hall, a longitudinal hall, and an unfinished chamber with a burial well. The tomb of “S” features a small courtyard with a well, the main entrance, a transverse hall, and an incomplete longitudinal hall.
Tourism and Antiquities minister Sherif Fathi hailed the discovery as a meaningful achievement that will boost cultural tourism.
in January, other discoveries near Luxor included rock-cut tombs and burial shafts dating back 3,600 years, found at Queen Hatshepsut’s funerary temple.
late last year, Egyptian and American archaeologists unearthed a tomb with 11 sealed burials near the Temple of Hatshepsut, dating to the Middle Kingdom.
What’s next
Archaeologists will continue to analyze the inscriptions and artifacts from the newly discovered tombs, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of ancient Egyptian life and the role of these individuals in society.