A research group from the Department of Geophysics of the Faculty of Science of Cairo University discovered archaeological structures and sites buried in the area of Sakkara, an Egyptian village located 40 kilometres southwest of Cairo in the markaz of Badrashin within the Giza Governorate, a site known to contain ancient burial grounds of Egyptian that served as the necropolis for the iconic Memphis, legendary first capital of unified Ancient Egypt, founded around 3100 BC by King Menes, located near modern - day Mit Rahina, 20 kilometres south of Cairo.
As reported by the Middle East News Agency (MENA), the official state news agency of Egypt based in Cairo, the finding was made within the framework of the master’s thesis of researcher Ahmed Alkhatib and was highlighted in a prestigious scientific journal.
During the exploration using modern geophysics techniques, such as a ground - penetrating radar, electrical resistivity tomography, and seismic refraction, the researchers identified layers of surface sand and physical anomalies within the limestone rock, which suggest the possible existence of man - made cavities.
Continuing the research the team detected a chamber at the depth of 2 metres, a large hall up to 6 metres in dimension between 1.5 and 2 metres deep, and a chamber connected to a vertical corridor that reflects the ancient architectural design of pharaonic tombs.
This discovery is part of the university’s efforts to apply advanced technology in the protection of human heritage, consolidating Cairo University’s leadership in scientific research and innovation.
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