Archaeologists discover rock-cut tombs and Roman camp in Qalyubeya

An Egyptian archaeological mission has uncovered several rock-cut tombs and remains of a Roman military camp at the Tel Al-Yahudiya site in Qalyubeya. The discovery is considered significant because rock-cut tombs are rare in the Nile Delta due to the region's predominantly clay-rich soil.

The tombs feature two primary architectural styles: one consisting of a staircase leading to a hall with burial niches, and another featuring a rectangular shaft that opens into two burial chambers. Archaeological evidence and recovered artifacts suggest the tombs date back to the late New Kingdom and were used continuously through the Late Period.

In the upper layers of the site, excavations have also revealed remains of a Roman camp, indicating the area's sustained strategic importance across different historical eras. While the site's name translates to ‘mound of the Jews,’ researchers note these specific tombs predate the documented Hebrew settlements in the area.