epaselect epa07546584 An Egyptian archaeologist works on a sarcophagus at the site of an ancient an old Kingdom cemetery that was uncovered at the south-eastern side of Giza Plateau, Giza, Egypt, 04 May 2019. An Egyptian Archaeological Mission discovered part of an Old Kingdom cemetery during excavations carried out at the south-eastern side of Giza Plateau. The team uncovered several Old Kingdom tombs and burial shafts but the oldest one to be discovered is a limestone family tomb from the fifth dynasty (circa 2500 B.C.) which retains some of its inscriptions and scenes. EPA/KHALED ELFIQI
epaselect epa07546584 An Egyptian archaeologist works on a sarcophagus at the site of an ancient an old Kingdom cemetery that was uncovered at the south-eastern side of Giza Plateau, Giza, Egypt, 04 MShow more
Egypt says ancient cemetery found at Giza famed pyramids
It contains colourful wooden coffins and limestone statues dating back to the Old Kingdom
