Archeologists found 27 ancient wooden coffins buried for 2,500 years in Egypt.
The team working at the Saqqara necropolis near Cairo discovered the astonishing collection in what is believed to be the biggest discovery of its kind.
According to the BBC, 13 sarcophagi were found earlier this month and 14 more after further efforts.
Egypt’s Antiquity Ministry said in a statement: “Initial studies indicate that these coffins are completely closed and haven’t been opened since they were buried.”
The discovery is believed to be the largest of its kind and the ministry said the hoped to find ‘more secrets.’
Smaller artifacts and statues were also found by the team.
Even though the sarcophagi were uncovered earlier, the ministry delayed the announcement of the incredible find until Antiquities Minister Khaled al-Anani could visit the site to make an inspection.
The Saqqara necropolis is located south of Cairo. The area, which is the site of the colossal rectangular-based step Pyramid of Djoser, is part of the ancient capital city of Memphis.
The ancient wooden coffins were found by a team digging 36ft down. More efforts will be carried out to determine the history of the sarcophagi.
One internet user commented: “They are in such a peaceful place that I think we should just leave them in peace instead of digging and damaging their souls .. God bless them.. No more digging mate!! Or No holiday in Egypt..”
Another wrote: “Let’s be prudent. This year has put us through enough. How about we wait till 2021 before opening those sarcophagi — and unleashing revengeful spirits from 27 ancient Egyptian coffins ?”
A third added: “Always a new discovery in the tourist season, which is late this year due to covid.”
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