Archaeologists recently discovered a royal tomb belonging to Prince Userefre in Saqqara, Egypt. The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism announced this significant find, which includes hieroglyphics detailing the prince's titles and lineage. Among the artifacts uncovered are statues of King Djoser and his family, a red granite funerary offerings table, and 13 pink granite statues. This discovery enhances our understanding of the Fifth Dynasty and highlights the continuing revelations about ancient Egyptian civilization's history, as expressed by Minister Sherif Fathy.
"To the north of the lintel, a discovery considered the first of its kind in the Saqqara area was made, where a group of 13 pink granite statues seated on a high-backed bench was found."
"The tomb was found at the Saqqara archaeological site in the Giza Governorate of Egypt, belonging to a prince named 'Userefre' or 'Waser Ef Ra,' the son of King Userkaf."
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