Tag: EG – Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur

A mummy unearthed in Egypt wrapped in ‘layers of gold’ may be the oldest ever discovered, archeologists said; Isobel van Hagen; Business Insider

Photo: Khaled Desouki

The 4,300-year-old Egyptian mummy, covered in gold leaf, and many other ancient artifacts, was discovered at the Saqqara Necropolis near Cairo.

Source: A mummy unearthed in Egypt wrapped in ‘layers of gold’ may be the oldest ever discovered, archeologists said

Inside the Pyramid of Djoser — the world’s oldest still-standing stone building — that reopened after 14 years of restoration; James Pressley; Business Insider

After 14 years, the oldest pyramid in the world, known as the Pyramid of Djoser, has reopened. Here’s what it’s like inside.

Source: Inside the Pyramid of Djoser — the world’s oldest still-standing stone building — that reopened after 14 years of restoration