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Posted by Indiana Jimmie from 1Cust114.tnt1.somerset-west.or.da.uu.net on December 01, 2000 at 01:28:00:

I am at work, and came across this story from Wednesdays' science section in my local paper :

ARCHAEOLOGISTS' DISCOVER ANCIENT TOMB OF EGYPTIAN JUDGE NEAR CAIRO

Czech archaeologists have found the 4,300-year-old tomb of a nobleman in the dunes of Abu Sir, southwest of Cairo, Egypt.
Bratislav Vachala, who is leading the excavations, said last week that the tomb was built for a judge named Inti, who also held numerous titles in the priesthood, one of the most powerfull elements of ancient Egyptian society.The tomb covers an area of 75 by 100 feet and contains both above ground and subterranean structures.
The underground portian reaches at least 65 feet beneath the surface through a shaft to a burial chamber.
The tomb appears to be part of a larger family funerary complex that probably includes the graves of Inti's wife and sons. Three nearly intact statues depicting a priest named Meryhryshef were found in the tomb.
The walls also contained depictions of musicians accompanied by song lyrics. Although it was robbed in antiquity, the tomb is relatively well-preserved. It contains a large alabaster sarcophagus engraved with hieroglyphics, fragments of funerary jars, wall reliefs and skeletal remains, which were strewn throughout the tomb.


Enjoy!!

Indiana Jimmie


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