Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, described the find as a significant addition to Egypt’s growing record of major archaeological discoveries. Inside, archaeologists found 22 painted wooden coffins arranged in multiple layers, reflecting a carefully organised layout. The ancient Egyptians had stacked the coffins in ten horizontal rows, separating lids from bases to maximise the chamber’s capacity. According to Afifi Rahim, field director of the mission, the cache dates to the Third Intermediate Period (21st-25th Dynasties). Despite the absence of personal names, the presence of mummies inside the coffins makes the find particularly significant.

Source: Daily News Egypt February 28, 2026 15:16 UTC