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Egypt’s tourist sites reopen and archaeologists discover 13 mysterious mummies

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London (CNN) – A mysterious collection of coffins has been discovered in Egypt believed to contain human mummies that were sealed over 2,500 years ago.

The 13 unopened coffins, which were found stacked on top of each other in a well nearly 40 feet (12 meters) deep, are so well preserved that the data show the original design details and colors. Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities of Egypt…

The archaeologists who made the discovery at Saqqara, an ancient site about 20 miles south of the Egyptian capital and also home to attractions including the Step Pyramid, which is considered the oldest in the world, is expected to make more discoveries in the coming days. this place. …

The identity of those who are in the coffins is still a mystery.

Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities

In a Twitter post, Khaled El-Enani, Egypt’s Minister of Tourism and Antiques, said it was “an indescribable feeling when you witness a new archaeological discovery.”

The opening came just a week after the country reopened its archaeological sites and museums to visitors after closing in March due to the global crisis. coronavirus pandemic.

Tourism is vital to Egypt’s economy, which was visited by over 13.6 million people in 2019. More than a million people work in this sector.

The tourism industry has been hit hard by the Covid-19.

Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities

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