A Groundbreaking Archaeological Find
The long-lost tomb of King Thutmose II has finally been uncovered, marking one of the most significant discoveries in Egyptology. This royal burial chamber, hidden for over a century, is the first major tomb found since King Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922.
Key Details of the Discovery
🔹 Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities announced the discovery on Tuesday.
🔹 The tomb, labeled No. C4, is located west of Luxor. Initially, archaeologists believed it belonged to an ancient queen.
🔹 After two years of excavation, experts identified it as the resting place of King Thutmose II, who ruled from 1493 BC to 1479 BC.
🔹 Inside, decorative tile fragments feature blue engravings, yellow stars, and texts from “Amy Dawat”, a sacred Egyptian book dedicated to royal burials.
The Last Missing Tomb of the Eighteenth Dynasty
Egyptian authorities described this as the last missing royal tomb of the Eighteenth Dynasty, a powerful period in Egypt’s history. Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Egypt’s Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Archaeology, confirmed that inscriptions in the tomb prove King Thutmose II as the rightful owner.
Who Was King Thutmose II?
🔹 The fourth Pharaoh of Egypt’s 18th Dynasty, Thutmose II died before the age of 30.
🔹 He was overshadowed by his father (Thutmose I), son (Thutmose III), and wife (Queen Hatshepsut), who played a major role in ruling Egypt.
🔹 Despite his short reign, this discovery sheds light on his legacy and burial rituals.
A Tomb Lost to Time
🔹 Thutmose II’s mummy was first discovered in 1881, but his original tomb remained unknown.
🔹 Experts believe ancient flooding submerged the site, forcing Egyptians to relocate its treasures to a safer location.
This historic discovery provides valuable insights into ancient Egyptian history, royal burials, and archaeological preservation. Researchers continue to study the site for more hidden artifacts and historical secrets.
Stay tuned for more updates on this major breakthrough!
