Shocking Discoveries from Egypt:
**1. The Book of the Dead:**
A copy of the “Book of the Dead” was recently discovered in Saqqara, an ancient cemetery in Egypt. The book contains images depicting gods and scenes of the afterlife, giving archaeologists a deeper understanding of ancient Egyptian beliefs and rituals.
**2. Message from aliens?**
There are rumors that a 5,000-year-old manuscript found in an Egyptian tomb has revealed a terrifying message, claiming that humans originated from aliens. Some people think it’s a hoax, but how the manuscript got buried so deep remains a mystery.
**3. Meteorite jewelry:**
The ancient Egyptians also made jewelry from falling meteorites. These ornaments date back more than 5,000 years and were made from meteoric iron, marking the first time iron was used in ancient Egyptian culture before the Iron Age.
**4. Spinning Statue:**
An ancient statue at the Manchester Museum caused a stir when it started rotating on its glass shelf. Many thought it was a curse, but after investigation, it was discovered that the movement was likely caused by vibrations from outside traffic and visitors’ footsteps.
**5. Mummy with Screaming Face:**
A female mummy named Meritamon was found with her face frozen in a screaming state, possibly having died of a heart attack and going into a state of paralysis when no one noticed.
**6. The Board Game of Death:**
The ancient Egyptians played a game called “Senet,” which they believed represented the journey of the soul through the afterlife.
**7. Headless Falcons and Mysterious Inscriptions:**
In 2022, a shrine in the ancient port city of Berenike was unearthed, containing 15 decapitated falcons and a Greek inscription warning against boiling their heads there.
**8. The Mummy of Queen Nefertiti:**
A leading archaeologist claims to have found the mummy of Queen Nefertiti, a discovery that, if confirmed, would be a major breakthrough, although it is still being debated.
**9. Severed Hands:**
A pit containing severed hands dating back 3,600 years has been discovered, possibly as rewards for ancient Egyptian warriors who chopped off the hands of their enemies in exchange for gold.
**10. Mummified lion cubs:**
Several animal mummies, including two lion cubs, have been found at the Saqqara necropolis, which is famous for its mummified cats and other animals that had religious significance to the ancient Egyptians.
**11. Shabti dolls:**
Ancient Egyptians buried Shabti dolls, which represented servants who served the dead in the afterlife, ensuring they did not have to work hard in the afterlife.
**12. Ancient brewery:**
A brewery over 5,000 years old has been found in Abydos, capable of producing up to 20,000 liters of beer at a time, a sign that the ancient Egyptians also enjoyed drinking beer.
These discoveries give us insight into the lives, culture and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians, while also raising many unanswered questions and mysteries about this civilization.
Within the Great Pyramid of Giza, a massive hidden void has been detected, believed to have been deliberately concealed. Despite modern scanning technology, the purpose of this 100-foot-long space remains unclear, though theories suggest it may have been for engineering or perhaps a burial site.
Meanwhile, archaeologists have uncovered a 4,800-foot tunnel under a temple in Alexandria that may lead to Cleopatra’s tomb. Some think it could be the resting place of both Cleopatra and Mark Antony, although no substantial evidence has yet emerged beyond pottery and coins.
The pyramid complex of Pharaoh Amenemhat III at Hawara is also attracting attention. It’s rumored to house a labyrinth with possibly 3,000 rooms, as described by Herodotus, though evidence remains inconclusive.
In a more eerie find, a mysterious black sarcophagus was opened in 2018, releasing a foul odor and revealing three skeletons in murky liquid instead of any significant artifacts.
Other fascinating discoveries include a rare “pregnant mummy,” dating back to the 1st century BC, and what may be the oldest tattoos on two Egyptian mummies, dating back 5,000 years. Finally, 30 wooden coffins filled with mummies were uncovered in Luxor, providing insights into burial customs, such as the positioning of hands that differ between male and female mummies.
Each of these findings adds layers of intrigue to ancient Egypt’s rich history, leaving more questions for future exploration.
