4,000-Year-Old Egyptian Priestess's Tomb Unveiled in Assiut

An international team of archaeologists has uncovered the richly decorated tomb of Idy, daughter of a powerful regional governor, shedding light on ancient Egyptian burial practices.

• The tomb of Idy, a priestess of the goddess Hathor and daughter of Governor Djefai-Hapi I, was discovered in a 14-meter-deep shaft within her father's grave.
• Despite being plundered in antiquity, the tomb still contained significant artifacts, including two elaborately decorated wooden sarcophagi.
• Idy's sarcophagi are noted for their exceptional craftsmanship and are adorned with intricate texts and images intended for the afterlife.
• The discovery, led by Professor Jochem Kahl from the Freie Universität Berlin, offers new insights into the status of women and burial rituals in ancient Egypt.
• The artifacts, including religious texts and personal items, will be handed over to the Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities and Tourism for preservation.

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