Over 30 mummified cats, ancient Egyptian tombs, coffins discovered at Luxor necropolis site
Archaeologists have uncovered over 30 mummified cats along with ancient Egyptian tombs and coffins at the Luxor necropolis site. Preliminary studies indicate that four of the coffins date back to the 18th Dynasty, with one coffin inscribed with the name of Merit, a chantress of Amun. This discovery adds to the rich historical significance of the area near Thebes, Egypt.
- ▪Over 30 mummified cats were discovered at the Luxor necropolis site.
- ▪Four of the coffins date back to the 18th Dynasty.
- ▪One coffin bears the name of Merit, believed to be a chantress of Amun.
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Over 30 mummified cats, ancient Egyptian tombs, coffins discovered at Luxor necropolis siteAccording to preliminary studies, four of the coffins date to the 18th Dynasty, including one bearing the name of Merit, believed to be a chantress of Amun.Follow us on GoogleAncient Egyptian wooden coffin found at Draʻ Abu el-Naga’s necropolis site near Thebes, Egypt, May 19, 2026. (photo credit: EGYPTIAN TOURISM AND ANTIQUITIES MINISTRY)
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