Secrets of Egypt: Tomb of Unknown Pharaoh Revealed, but Name Remains a Mystery

Archaeologists in Egypt have unearthed the royal tomb of an unnamed king from 3,600 years ago, located in Abydos. This discovery sheds light on the tumultuous Second Intermediate Period (circa 1640 to 1540 B.C.), when the Hyksos ruled northern Egypt amid multiple Egyptian kings in the south. The tomb, buried 23 feet underground, features a limestone chamber adorned with hieroglyphic decor. Unfortunately, robbers have damaged key inscriptions, obscuring the king’s identity. Josef Wegner, leading the excavation, emphasizes this site could lead to more royal tomb finds. Anna-Latifa Mourad-Cizek highlights the significance of this find for understanding the region’s rulers and history, making it a notable archaeological breakthrough. Further investigations are underway in Abydos.