Mystery Egyptian tombs with 'false door' found as 24 mummies have 'solid gold tongues'
- Posted on July 14, 2026
- By The Daily Star
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Archaeological excavations near Alexandria have unveiled 18 pristine tombs in Alamin, Western Egypt, revealing extraordinary artifacts from antiquity. Among the most striking discoveries are 24 mummified remains adorned with distinctive false door structures and remarkable golden tongue replacements. Experts attribute these burial sites to either the Ptolemaic dynasty or Roman occupation periods, suggesting a sophisticated funerary practice spanning over three centuries. The undisturbed condition of these graves provides invaluable insights into ancient Egyptian burial customs and afterlife beliefs.
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