In a big archaeological revelation, a joint team of Egyptian and German archaeologists affiliated with the University of Wurzburg, announced the discovery of eight hidden chambers within King Sahure's pyramid.
The building is located in the Abu Sir archaeological area in Giza. Now, those involved are studying theories about the intriguing architectural project that gave rise to this ancient work.
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The secretary general of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities, Mostafa Waziri, highlighted the magnitude of this find and highlighted how it will contribute to the understanding of Pharaoh Sahure's pyramid, which dates back to the Fifth Dynasty, ca. 2,400 a. W.
It is pyramid, notable for being the first built in Abu Sir, now comes to prominence with the revelation of these previously unknown chambers.
The historical importance of these newly discovered chambers is undeniable, so they will be made available for further study once the archaeological mission completes its research.
Additionally, archaeologists plan to open these chambers to visitors in the near future, allowing the general public to marvel at these new archaeological treasures.
Mohamed Ismail Khaled, head of the Egyptian-German mission, disclosed that, although they suffered considerable damage to their northern and southern parts, including the ceiling and floor, traces of the original walls and parts of the floor are still visible.
The team of archaeologists carefully reconstructed the supporting walls, preserving the authenticity of the site. This step is essential so that nothing is lost.
An additional discovery that adds to the excitement is the identification of traces of a runner, mentioned in the records of the English architect John Perring, one of the first explorers to enter the pyramid in 1836.
This finding corroborated historical observations and provided a new layer of understanding about the internal structure of Sahure's pyramid.
As archaeologists continue to investigate and study these chambers, it is expected that more information about the Life and rituals from the time of King Sahure come to light, which will provide a more complete picture of ancient Egypt.
Furthermore, the possibility of opening the chambers to the public, mentioned above, will also be an unique opportunity for enthusiasts of the subject to personally experience this part of the history.