Helpful. Theories on the tomb's location have gripped archaeologists' attention This could be an extraordinary discovery: not only the fact that there may well be precious objects, unseen creations and lengthy texts, but mostly because this is an unique opportunity to understand the way Egyptians managed their death. He died with no heirs, which allowed two army generals to access the throne, Ay followed by Horemheb. Like Nefertiti, the location of her tomb remains a mystery. Dr Hawass said GPR has “never made any discovery at any site in Egypt”. The findings lent credence to Reeves’s theory that the king’s burial palace contained a … Independent Premium Comments can be posted by members of our membership scheme, Independent Premium. These scans indeed indicate that there are openings behind the West and North walls of the burial chamber. The new findings suggest there is a space directly behind King Tut’s tomb, measuring about 6.5ft by 32ft (2m by 10m). Only because of this simple fact of being situated in Turkey can this discovery … A new radar survey of King Tutankhamun’s tomb has reportedly found evidence of a hidden chamber that has revived talk about Queen Nefertiti’s final resting place. Renowned Archeologist, Nicholas Reeves, thinks it might be Queen Nefertiti's tomb. University of York archaeologist Joann Fletcher studied three mummies that had been found … Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, {{#verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}} {{^verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}}, Discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb - in colour. In the Egyptian Museum, many mummies have been scanned and identified during the Egyptian Mummy Project. Nefertiti's name, Egyptian Nfr.t-jy.tj, can be translated as "The Beautiful Woman has Come". Secret chamber found inside King Tut's famous tomb may solve hunt ... Egyptologists are on the verge of solving one of history's biggest mysteries — the location of Queen Nefertiti's elusive tomb. He believes she is one of the two female mummies found in the Valley of the Queens. It would be good news for Egypt as well. Two secret doorways may exist coming from the walls of the main chamber. The famous golden head mask exposed in the Egyptian Museum of Cairo is one of the most impressive pieces of its funerary goods, but the wooden panels and statues are just as unique in their designs. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, Ornately carved alabaster vases in the antechamber, December 1922. Is it the queen? Jesus Christ proof: Does this First century text prove the existence? It is one of the most beautiful places I saw in Egypt. Upgrading from these finds, it could be that these rooms contain more of Tutankhamun’s funerary goods. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, Carter, Callender and two Egyptian workers carefully dismantle one of the golden shrines within the burial chamber, December 1923. A hidden cell was discovered in the tomb of the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings, which may be the resting place of his mother, Queen Nefertiti. His tomb was discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter and Douglas Berry, and surprisingly seemed to have gone unnoticed by past and recent tomb robbers. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? A HIDDEN chamber near the tomb of King Tutankhamen may contain the long-lost remains of his mother-in-law, Queen Nefertiti. Some historians believe Nefertiti has already been found and currently lies in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Many believe she held as much power as the pharaoh himself. The most insightful comments on all subjects will be published daily in dedicated articles. Joann Fletcher, 2003. Egyptologist Ryan Johnson from the University of Chicago, who was not involved in the discovery, told Nature the data is “tremendously exciting”. Express. Dr Zahi Hawass, 72, is currently leading the largest excavation Egypt's Valley of the Kings since Tutankhamun's tomb was discovered by Howard Carter in 1922. French archaeologist Victor Loret discovered the ‘Younger Lady’ mummy at a tomb, designated KV35, in the Valley of the Kings in 1898, but it wouldn’t be until 2003 that archaeologist Joann Fletcher of the University of York declared it could be Nefertiti. But until now, numerous archaeological expeditions have failed to conclusively find any new chambers. It allows our most engaged readers to debate the big issues, share their own experiences, discuss real-world solutions, and more. For Egyptologists today, finding Nefertiti’s mummy would be just as important as the discovery of Tut’s tomb. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, Arthur Mace and Alfred Lucas work on a golden chariot from Tutankhamun's tomb outside the "laboratory" in the tomb of Sethos II, December 1923. Love letters at Nefertari Tomb. Recently, scientists using ground-penetrating radar studied the tomb of Tutankhamun. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, Inside the outermost shrine in the burial chamber, a huge linen pall with gold rosettes, reminiscent of the night sky, covers the smaller shrines within, December 1923. That's the shock claim made by scientists after they found … Clearly there is something on the other side of the north wall of the burial chamber. The Tomb of Nefertiti. The Queen’s tomb has never been discovered but Dr Hawass suggested in 2019 Nefertiti’s body may have already been found. A leading Egyptian archaeologist has revealed that the tomb of Queen Nefertiti – Tutankhamun's step-mother – could be found within days. But the minister was not so sure that Nefertiti’s tomb would be discovered. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, A gilded lion bed, clothes chest and other objects in the antechamber. The tomb of Tutankhamun, the king of ancient Egypt who became famous when Howard Carter discovered his tomb nearly intact in 1922, is now a hot topic again. He speculated they could find the tomb of Kiya, another of Akhenaton’s wives, or even another royal family member whose tomb would have been extended to make room for Tutankhamun. The unknown height of about 2 meters and a length of 10 meters, is alleged to be the tomb of the very Queen Nefertiti has still not been found. Nefertiti, the beautiful and powerful queen and great royal wife thought to have ruled Ancient Egypt in the 14th century BC, has fascinated historians, archeologists and Egyptologists alike for many decades, as her royal tomb was never found and is thought by many to be hidden, buried in the desert. EGYPT archaeologist Dr Chris Naunton has told Express.co.uk that there is a possibility of discovering Queen Nefertiti after an anomaly was found during a scan near Tutankhamun's tomb. The other, on the north side of Tutankhamun's tomb, contains 'the undisturbed burial of the tomb's original owner - Nefertiti', Dr Reeves argued. Egypt-approaching locust swarm sparks Bible apocalypse fears, Ancient Egypt: Howard Carter and King Tutankhamun's sarcophagus, Ancient Egypt: Queen Nefertiti was the mother-in-law of Tutankhamun, Archaeology news: Rare Bronze Age hoard sheds light on ancient London, 'Real cause' of Noah’s flood calculated by Isaac Newton 400 years ago. They’re asking about Nefertiti, the legendary beauty who was married to one of ancient Egypt’s strangest pharaohs. Every time something is discovered in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings, the whispers begin. As Nefertiti's tomb was never completed and was found in the valley of the kings, the location of Nefertiti's body has long been a subject of curiosity and speculation. If so, then Tut’s tomb was never originally his. No trace has been found of the legendary "beautiful one" who ruled across Egypt at her husband's side… until, possibly, now. The findings were presented to Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) and the journal Nature in an as-of-yet unpublished report. These factors may also suggest that the tomb is part of a larger complex or that the tomb was made for Nefertiti and Tutankhamun was hastily placed inside following his untimely death. He said: “Using modern DNA techniques, we are exhuming the two female mummies found in KV21 because one of them, the headless one, might possibly be Ankhesenamun due to the preliminary studies. After the break from orthodoxy of the Amarna period, Tutankhamun and his successors resumed the ancient form of the religion and started extensive temple constructions in the country. Queen Nefertiti tomb: Egypt 'will not allow Tutankhamun tomb to be damaged' in hunt for secret chamber. Have we finally found the secret lost tomb of Egypt's Queen Nefertiti? Egypt bombshell: Tutankhamun tomb scan anomaly sparks hopes for HUGE discovery EGYPT archaeologist Dr Chris Naunton has told Express.co.uk that there is … Tutankhamun was the eleventh king of the 18th dynasty (16th – 13th century BCE), who reigned for nine years and died when he was approximately 18 years old. An American archaeologist believes he may have found the long-lost tomb of Egypt’s Queen Nefertiti. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, A ceremonial bed in the shape of the Celestial Cow, surrounded by provisions and other objects in the antechamber of the tomb, December 1922. CNN. The most low-key discovery would be the beginning of halls extending the tomb further than its actual plan, in which offerings had been made. Using ground-penetrating radar (radiating electromagnetic pulses into a surface then analysing the type of response), a team composed of the Egyptian minister and various specialists performed a scan of the walls of the burial chamber and treasury of the tomb of Tutankhamun. But one may hope …. Reeves has proposed that Tutankhamun’s unfinished tomb was not built for the boy king, who died unexpectedly in 1332 BC. The list of ancient Egyptian kings, as we know it today, is a work in progress—a compilation made by modern scholars and based on found fragments. STRANGE echoes, indentations and touched-up artwork inside Tutankhamun’s famous tomb have revealed secret chambers that may belong to his notorious mother — Queen Nefertiti. It has been suggested that it contains the burial of another royal member of the family. In fact, in 2003, another mummy was identified as Nefertiti. “We also suspect that the other KV21 mummy could be of Nefertiti.”. Queen Nefertiti’s Tomb: Nicholas Reeves’s Theory. While some archaeologists are skeptical of whether the hidden tomb houses the body of famous Nefertiti, many agree that if the second room was the tomb of another family member predating Tut, it would explain the mysteries surrounding the structure of King Tut’s tomb. The Nefertiti bust is pictured during a press preview of the exhibition 'In The Light Of Amarna' to mark the 100 years of the Nefertiti bust discovery at the Neues Museum (New Museum) in Berlin, on December 5, 2012, Carter and a worker examine the solid gold innermost sarcophagus, October 1925. In Egypt, thanks to the dry climate, human and organic remains are extremely well preserved. Nov 29, 2015 - An intriguing new hypothesis is the talk of archaeologists and historians in Egypt and around the world: Does King Tut’s tomb contain Queen Nefertiti’s crypt? 1923. For years, there has been a controversial theory about the famous 3,300-year-old tomb of King Tutankhamun: Queen Nefertiti’s remains are contained just beyond its walls. In 2015, Dr Nicholas Reeves published his theory about potential rooms in Tutankhamun’s burial and mentioned that they would be a likely final resting place for Akhenaten’s wife, Nefertiti. Queen Nefertiti. That's because Dr Nicholas Reeves, an eminent Egyptologist and former director of the Amarna Royal Tombs Project, published a paper demonstrating how behind the walls of this small tomb, there were more rooms as demonstrated by thin cracks in the decorative paintings. We will need to adapt the data slightly to understand the common people - but the archaeological evidences hidden here will build on our understanding and knowledge of a whole civilisation which started more than 5,000 years ago. Want an ad-free experience?Subscribe to Independent Premium. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, Lord Carnarvon, financier of the excavation, reads on the veranda of Carter's house near the Valley of the Kings, ca.1923. King Tutankhamun’s reign may have been short-lived but the Pharaoh’s discovery in 1922 has captured the world’s imagination. During his reign, she had a major role in the new religion and possibly too in the governing of the country. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, A gilded lion bed and inlaid clothes chest among other objects in the antechamber, December 1922. He said: “Clearly there is something on the other side of the north wall of the burial chamber.”. Tutankhamun’s tomb is unique not only because it was one of a few preserved from robbers, but also because its plan differs greatly from the other tombs of the period. We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. No trace has been found of the legendary "beautiful one" who ruled across Egypt at her husband's side... until, possibly, now. Tomb of Nefertiti, Egypt's mysterious ancient queen, may have been found. Queen Nefertiti: Has the tomb of Tutankhamun's mother been found A diagram of Nefertiti's possible resting place. But he says … She survived her husband and may have become a regent of Tutankhamun in his early years, or may even have assumed the ruling position on her own, as Pharaoh Neferneferuaten. Reeves’s astonishing hypothesis was that Queen Nefertiti’s tomb—long sought after but never found—is hidden within King Tutankhamun’s tomb, concealed for more than 3,000 years in a secret room behind a wall of Tutankhamun’s burial chamber. Akhenaten and Nefertiti at the Great State Window of their palace. Nefertiti ruled the country in 1353-1336 BC. One mummy, who had been suggested to be Nefertiti by Dr Joann Fletcher, has in fact been identified as Tutankhamun’s mother - the royal concubine. The nation has been in turmoil since the Arab Spring protests of 2011. While some archaeologists are skeptical of whether the hidden tomb houses the body of famous Nefertiti, many agree that if the second room was the tomb of another family member predating Tut, it would explain the mysteries surrounding the structure of King Tut’s tomb. Understanding the concepts and designs of their burial customs provides an insight into their culture and habits. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, 2 Helpful votes. The Queen’s tomb has never been discovered but Dr Hawass suggested in 2019 Nefertiti’s body may have already been found. Nefertiti's parentage is not known with certainty, but one often cited theory is that she was the daughter of Ay, later to be pharaoh. Overall the tomb is one of my favorite places I visited in Egypt. Artists secretly scan Queen Nefertiti bust and recreate using data, Tutankhamun tomb 'must not be damaged' in hunt for secret chamber, Tutankhamun's golden face mask 'was actually made for his mother', You may not agree with our views, or other users’, but please respond to them respectfully, Swearing, personal abuse, racism, sexism, homophobia and other discriminatory or inciteful language is not acceptable, Do not impersonate other users or reveal private information about third parties, We reserve the right to delete inappropriate posts and ban offending users without notification. Evidently, the individuals like Tutankhamun buried in the Valley of the Kings were mostly of royal birth or closely related to it. Date of experience: January 2020. The “tremendously exciting” discovery was made in the Valley of the Kings where the Ancient Egyptian’s laid their royalty to rest. In February 2020, a study published in the journal Nature detailed a promising ground-penetrating radar (GPR) survey around King Tutankhamun’s tomb. Experts have long believed that the coffins of Tutankhamun and Nefertiti buried together. The results of previous radar surveys have found evidence of the existence of spaces and organic material behind the walls of the cemetery, said Amin, adding that he believes a chemistry professor will be needed to take part in the analysis of the radar survey results. Dr Reeves suggests that it was built as an extension to another tomb perhaps belonging to Queen Nefertiti. From all the currently known mummies, none match the age and physique of Nefertiti. Egyptian archaeologists announced recently they may have found the burial place of Queen Nefertiti in a hidden chamber close to the pharaoh’s burial complex in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. The final resting place of Nefertiti, who served as queen alongside Pharaoh Akhenaten over 3,000 years ago, is one of Egypt’s greatest mysteries. The findings lent credence to Reeves’s theory that the king’s burial palace contained a larger, hidden tomb within. High resolution scans of Tutankhamun's tomb have revealed hidden chambers where archaeologist Nicholas Reeves believes Queen Nefertiti's remains could be. She was the main consort of Pharaoh Akhenaten (formerly Amenhotep IV), who reigned from approximately 1353 to 1336 BC. In August 2015, British archeologist Nicholas Reeves announced that archaeologists could be on the brink of discovering Queen Nefertiti after he found wall markings in King Tut’s tomb indicating the presence of a hidden doorway that may lead to another room. In his opinion, the rooms could contain the remains of Queen Nefertiti. Please be respectful when making a comment and adhere to our Community Guidelines. Have we finally found the secret lost tomb of ancient Egypt's Queen Nefertiti? Queen Nefertiti has all through the ages continued to capture our imaginations. Washington DC, District of Columbia 38 contributions 23 helpful votes. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, Carter examines Tutankhamun's sarcophagus, October 1925. The search for Nefertiti “My feeling is this is a tomb, originally made for a queen, which was adapted for the burial of a queen who had become a pharaoh,” says Reeves. [INTERVIEW]USGS reveals what would happen if Yellowstone volcano erupted [INSIGHT]Before and After pics show horror of Antarctica ice melt [PICTURES]. They were so well hidden that they lay undiscovered for nearly a century after the first opening of the tomb. The first tomb I entered in the valley of the Kings was Tutankhamun’s, and like every one, I found it is not a tomb fitting for a boy King who was obviously beloved. The funerary material that was uncovered was unprecedented for any king in our records. The place of her burial has not yet been found… Are you sure you want to mark this comment as inappropriate? Neferititi is, therefore, a likely candidate for the hidden chamber - particularly as she died before Tutankhamun. Create a commenting name to join the debate, There are no Independent Premium comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts, There are no comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts. She was known as the Ruler of the Nile and Daughter of Gods and her life and mysterious … She is one of the most famous women of ancient Egypt. Further examination of the resulting data indicates that there are organic and metallic remains behind each of these voids. The search for Nefertiti’s tomb goes back several years, and it has always proved to be elusive. Even better than Abu Simbel. The boy pharaoh rose to power between the age of eight and nine but died before the age of 20. Who is the mysterious Queen who might be hiding in Tutankhamun's tomb? Please continue to respect all commenters and create constructive debates. Egyptian archaeologists announced recently they may have found the burial place of Queen Nefertiti in a hidden chamber close to the pharaoh’s burial complex in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Our journalists will try to respond by joining the threads when they can to create a true meeting of independent Premium. SuchIsLifeDC wrote a review Mar 2020. Has Nefertiti’s tomb finally been found? It could also be the final resting place of a major court official whose tomb was "borrowed" for Tutankhamun’s impromptu death. Reeves claims the artwork found inside King Tut's tomb are similar to artworks found elsewhere depicting the boy king and Nefertiti. The device found a pair of corridors that stretch from Tutankhamun’s room to another room 9.5 m wide and 1.8 m high. Cambridge Egyptologist Kimberley Watt explains what's been found - and why we should all be excited, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, Howard Carter, Arthur Callender and an Egyptian worker wrap one of the sentinel statues for transport, 29th November 1923. Archaeologists have been exploring the tomb for additional chambers and secrets since its opening in 1922 by British explorer Howard Carter. Nefertiti’s Tomb May Have Been Found In February 2020, a study published in the journal Nature detailed a promising ground-penetrating radar (GPR) survey around King Tutankhamun’s tomb. Some rooms of the tomb remain walled up. It was July of last year when British Egyptologist Nicholas Reeves announced his hypothesis that stunned scholars of the ancient world. The results of previous radar surveys have found evidence of the existence of spaces and organic material behind the walls of the cemetery, said Amin, adding that he believes a chemistry professor will be needed to take part in the analysis of the radar survey results. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, A gilded bust of the Celestial Cow Mehet-Weret and chests sit in the treasury of the tomb, ca.1923. The tombs were carved and excavated by workmen within the Theban mountain (on the opposite bank of modern Luxor), thus hiding the royal remains and funerary furniture deep into the mountain. If researchers have found her tomb, what’s inside could change Middle Eastern history. Although historians dispute the exact role of Queen Nefertiti, some believe she held the mantle of Pharaoh before Tutankhamun took over at the age of eight. In his paper, Reeves suggests this might be because it was originally designed for Tut's stepmother, Nefertiti, whose tomb has never been found. August 12, 2015 10:43 am. DNA analyses indicate that he was the son of Akhenaten, the previous king, and of Akhenaten’s sister, a royal concubine. Two secret doorways may exist coming from the walls of the main chamber. This is possible, but until further exploration is made we should be cautious. The former minister is also on the hunt for Queen Nefertiti, searching for hidden tombs in the Valley of the Kings. ... Another theory is that Nefertiti's mummy was already found, the so-called Younger Lady who was recently identified as Tutankhamun's mother through genetic testing. The existing Open Comments threads will continue to exist for those who do not subscribe to Independent Premium. The tomb tells the never before heard story of Queen Nefertiti, her followers, and the queen’s husband. This means that a lot of it seems unique. Archaeologists used ground-penetrating radar (GPR) to revel a previously unknown cavity behind King Tutankhamun’s tomb. You can also choose to be emailed when someone replies to your comment. On the left are the royal princesses and a plan of the palace (Tomb of Pernefer). Read more. Dr Hawass said extensive DNA testing could reveal them to be Queen Nefertiti and her daughter Queen Ankhesenamun, Tutankhamun’s wife. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, An assortment of model boats in the treasury of the tomb, ca. Mar 20, 2016 - Egyptian Antiquities Minister said there is a 90% chance that King Tutankhamun tomb contains two hidden chambers. 7 Jul, 2019 02:38 AM 5 minutes to read. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. Nefertiti’s tomb has yet to be identified despite her place as one of the most sought after queens in Egyptian history. Image courtesy of Griffith Institute, University of Oxford, colourised by Dynamichrome, Chests inside the treasury, ca.1923. Pompeii: New discovery proves eruption date wrong, Ancient Egypt: Archaeologists may have found the burial chamber of Queen Nefertiti, Ancient Egypt: The most incredible archaeological sites of interest, End of the world claim: Jerusalem third temple fulfils Bible prophecy. Despite being one of the most famous ancient Egyptian queens, the location of Nefertiti's tomb remains a mystery to researchers. The Big Question: The discovery of a secret tomb behind Tutankhamun's is being hailed as unique by archaeologists around the world. Reeves’s astonishing hypothesis was that Queen Nefertiti’s tomb—long sought after but never found—is hidden within King Tutankhamun’s tomb, concealed for more than 3,000 years in a secret room behind a wall of Tutankhamun’s burial chamber. Share. 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