Luxor Tombs: New Kingdom Discoveries in Egypt
unearth a treasure: An Egyptian mission has sensationally uncovered three New Kingdom tombs at Luxor‘s Dra’ Abu el-Naga, rewriting history. These tombs,belonging to officials from the 18th dynasty and Ramesside period,are poised to revitalize cultural tourism. The finding underlines Egypt’s archaeological prowess and sheds light on ancient heritage. Inside, find details on Amun-em-Ipet, Baki, and S—officials whose lives are now pieced together thru inscriptions and unique tomb architecture. News Directory 3 recognizes this as a landmark achievement, which has the potential to enrich our understanding of the New Kingdom period.Discover what’s next as researchers delve deeper into this remarkable find.
Egyptian Mission Uncovers New Kingdom Tombs in Luxor
updated May 27, 2025
An Egyptian archaeological mission has made a important discovery at Dra’ Abu el-Naga on luxor’s west bank, unearthing three tombs dating back to Egypt’s New Kingdom era. This find promises to boost cultural tourism and showcase the expertise of Egyptian archaeologists in uncovering ancient heritage.
Sherif Fathy, minister of tourism and antiquities, hailed the discovery as a major milestone, emphasizing its potential to attract tourists interested in Egypt’s ancient past. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, confirmed the tombs’ New Kingdom origins, noting that inscriptions are being studied to reveal more about the occupants.
Mohamed Abdel-Badei, head of the Egyptian Antiquities Sector, identified one tomb as belonging to Amun-em-Ipet, who served in the temple of Amun during the Ramesside period. surviving decorations depict offerings and funerary scenes typical of the era. The second tomb belonged to Baki, a supervisor of the grain silo during the 18th Dynasty. The third tomb belonged to S, supervisor of Amun’s temple in the oases, mayor of the northern oases, and scribe.
Abdel-Ghaffar Wagdy, director general of Luxor antiquities, detailed the architecture of the tombs. Amun-em-Ipet’s tomb features a courtyard leading to a hall with a niche. Baki’s tomb includes a corridor-like courtyard and a transverse hall. The tomb of S has a simpler layout with a small courtyard and burial shaft.
What’s next
Further research and publication are planned to fully document the discovery, adding valuable insights into the lives and roles of officials during the New Kingdom period. The find underscores Luxor’s importance as a source of archaeological discoveries.