Archaeologists Uncover Lost Tomb of Pharaoh Thutmosis II in Egypt

The discovery near Luxor marks the first royal tomb found in over a century, shedding light on the 18th Dynasty's history.

The tomb of Thutmosis II, a pharaoh of Egypt's 18th Dynasty, was identified near the Valley of the Kings, making it the first royal tomb discovery since Tutankhamun's in 1922.
The entrance to the tomb was initially discovered in 2022, but its identification as belonging to Thutmosis II was only confirmed recently through inscriptions and artifacts.
The tomb was found in poor condition due to ancient flooding, which damaged the interior, though fragments of religious texts and decorations remain visible.
Thutmosis II ruled from approximately 1492 to 1479 BCE and is remembered for his connection to notable figures like his wife and successor, Queen Hatshepsut.
The find is considered one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in recent years and may provide further insights into the New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt.