Archaeologists uncover 3,000-year-old tomb near Egypt's Luxor
Archaeologists have uncovered a 3,000-year-old New Kingdom tomb belonging to an ancient Egyptian official named Paser near Luxor.
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A 3,000-year-old New Kingdom tomb belonging to an official named Paser was discovered by a Leiden University mission in Luxor's West Bank. The sealed tomb at Sheikh Abd el-Qurna contained paintings and inscriptions.
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- Primary Driver: Archaeologists have uncovered a 3,000-year-old New Kingdom tomb belonging to an ancient Egyptian official named Paser near Luxor.
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A sealed tomb dating back 3,000 years has been discovered on the West Bank of Luxor within the Theban Necropolis. Located at Sheikh Abd el-Qurna, the site belonged to Paser, who is identified as a high official or priest.
Coverage from CBS News, HeritageDaily, and Archaeology News Online Magazine emphasizes that the tomb contains inscriptions and paintings. Dailynewsegypt reports that the discovery was made by a mission from Leiden University.
Future developments depend on the continued analysis of the paintings and inscriptions found within the site.
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Who reported it (6)
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3,000-year-old tomb of ancient Egyptian official Paser discovered in Luxor’s Theban NecropolisArchaeology News Online Magazine · 91d ago
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New Kingdom Tomb of Paser Discovered in Luxor, EgyptArkeonews · 91d ago
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New Kingdom tomb unearthed by Leiden University mission in Luxor’s West BankDailynewsegypt · 91d ago
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New discovery at Sheikh Abd el-Qurna reveals tomb of Ancient Egyptian officialHeritageDaily · 91d ago
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Archaeologists uncover 3,000-year-old tomb near Egypt's LuxorCBS News · 91d ago
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Who was buried in the tomb?
The tomb belonged to Paser, an ancient Egyptian official or priest.
Where specifically was the tomb found?
It was discovered at Sheikh Abd el-Qurna in the Theban Necropolis on Luxor's West Bank.
Which organization led the excavation?
The tomb was unearthed by a mission from Leiden University.
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