SAEDNEWS: You might find it intriguing to see what’s happening inside the tomb of Egypt’s High Priest. Below are some fascinating images.
According to SAEDNEWS: The Archaeological Site Of The Saqqara Pyramids In South Cairo Contains Important Ancient Artifacts; This Area, Known As The City Of The Dead, Was A Burial Place In Past Millennia, And This Tomb Is Also Part Of The Vast “City Of The Dead” Of Saqqara, Where The Oldest Pyramids Of Egypt Were Discovered.
The Hieroglyphs Carved Above The Temple Identify Its Owner As A Man Named “Wah Ti,” Who Served “King Neferirkare” — From The Fifth Dynasty Of Egyptian Pharaohs — Who Ruled This Region From 2500 To 2350 BCE. The Carvings Mention Other High-Ranking Titles Of Wah Ti, Including High Priest, Royal Supervisor, And Inspector Of The Sacred Boat.
A Corridor Approximately 33 By 10 Feet In Size Is Decorated With Well-Preserved Colorful Reliefs. The Images In This Gallery Show Wah Ti Alongside His Wife, Mother, And Other Relatives. Scenes Depicted Include Musical Performances, Wine And Pottery Making, Boating, Hunting, Preparation Of Burial Items, And Everyday Life On The Tomb Walls.
Additionally, About 50 Niches Were Created In The Walls Containing Large, Colorful Statues Made From Carved Stone. These Depict Priests, His Family Members, And One Person Whose Identity Remains Unknown; The Statues Are Either Standing Or In A Cross-Legged Sitting Position.
