Archaeologists have uncovered the tomb of Pharaoh Thutmose II, marking the first such find since that of King Tutankhamun in 1922. This significant discovery took place in the mountains west of Luxor, near the Valley of the Kings. Preliminary investigations revealed that Thutmose II's mummy had been relocated due to flooding shortly after his death. The tomb contained unique funerary furniture and various artifacts, including alabaster jars and decorated plaster, indicating the cultural advancements during Hatshepsut’s reign as one of the few female pharaohs.
The find is one of the most significant in decades, marking the first discovery of funerary furniture belonging to Thutmose II, previously unseen in museums worldwide.
Preliminary findings suggest that Thutmose II's mummy was moved along with some contents of the tomb when it flooded shortly after his death.
Thutmose II’s burial site reveals artifacts that reflect a blend of artistic, architectural, and economic advancements during his wife's reign as pharaoh.
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