Archaeologists uncover tomb of ancient Egyptian official


For Al-Shorfa.com
2010-05-31


A lost ancient Egyptian tomb has been rediscovered by archaeologists in the desert south of Cairo, BBC News reported Monday (May 31st).

The 3,300 year-old tomb was first found by explorers in the late 19th century who later were unable to pinpoint the tomb's exact location and lost track of it.

The Egyptian researchers who discovered site believe the remains of former mayor and army chief Ptahmes are still inside.

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