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Judi Lynn

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Sun Apr 6, 2025, 04:59 AM Sunday

Archaeologists announce new discoveries at Luxor's Ramesseum Temple

Photo of Egypt Independent Egypt IndependentApril 5, 2025



A Joint Egyptian-French archaeological mission, comprising the Conservation and Registration Sector of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, the French National Center for Scientific Research, and the Sorbonne University, have announced several new archaeological discoveries around the Ramesseum Temple on the West Bank of Luxor.

These discoveries include several tombs dating back to the Third Intermediate Period, storage areas, weaving and stonework workshops, kitchens, and bakeries.

Excavations inside the temple also revealed the “House of Life,” a scientific school attached to the major temples. This is an exceptional discovery, as it not only revealed the architectural layout of the educational institution but also revealed a rich collection of artifacts including the remains of drawings and school games.

This makes it the first evidence on existence of a school within Ramesseum, also known as the “Temple of Millions of Years.”

More:
https://www.egyptindependent.com/archaeologists-announce-new-discoveries-at-luxors-ramesseum-temple/

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For anyone else unaware of the Third Intermediate Period of Egypt, here's the Wikipedia:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_Intermediate_Period_of_Egypt

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