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Archaeological discoveries in Theban Tomb 209
Overview
Archaeologists from Spain’s University of La Laguna have uncovered a series of mummified remains in Side Chamber 3 of Theban Tomb 209, located in Egypt’s Theban Necropolis. The discovery includes at least 16 to 20 mummified humans and one mummified dog.
The findings, published in the journal Frontiers in Environmental Archaeology, illustrate a long-term use of the site. While initial reports suggested the remains spanned 300 years, subsequent details indicate the tomb was used continuously for nearly 700 years, ranging from the Twenty-fifth Dynasty through the Ptolemaic period.
Researchers noted that the burial arrangement reflects a sophisticated funerary practice rather than chaotic accumulation. As the tomb reached capacity, newer burials were layered over older ones, sometimes positioned vertically to manage space. This process suggests a form of funerary memory where each new interment was adapted to the presence of previous bodies.
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University of La Laguna · Theban Necropolis · Tomb TT 209 · Nisemro · Wadi Hatasun
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24 days ago
[CULTURE] 2 sourcesEgypt tomb discovery reveals 16 mummies and a mummified dogArchaeologists in Egypt's Theban Necropolis discovered 16 mummified humans and a mummified dog in a tomb used over a 700-year period, revealing evolving ancient burial practices.
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27 days ago
[CULTURE] 7 sourcesTheban Tomb 209 reveals 300 years of evolving Egyptian burial ritesArchaeologists discovered mummified remains spanning 300 years in Egypt's Theban Tomb 209, revealing how burial traditions shifted from individual coffins to the strategic reuse of tomb spaces.
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arstechnica.com · blog.frontiersin.org · citystreetsband.com · eldiario.es · gozags.com · knowridge.com · popularscience.com · scitechdaily.com · worldstockmarket.net