Egyptian archaeologists have discovered the tomb of Pharaoh Thutmose II in an area west of Luxor, marking the first royal tomb excavation since Tutankhamen's tomb. This discovery, initiated in 2022, revealed that the tomb was hidden in an unexpected location and initially misidentified as a royal consort’s tomb. However, findings, including alabaster jars and specific architectural features, confirmed it belonged to a king. The excavation sheds light on the burial practices of the time, with significant implications for understanding Egypt's 18th Dynasty.
The newly identified tomb belonged to Thutmose II, the last missing royal tomb of the 18th Dynasty, marking the first significant discovery since Tutankhamen.
Initial assumptions suggested the tomb belonged to a royal consort due to its location, yet findings confirmed it was indeed a king's burial site.
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