The sector was also dealt a further blow this year by the coronavirus pandemic. Roads along the route have also been repaved to keep the journey smooth. The vital tourism sector suffered from years of political turmoil and violence that followed a 2011 uprising that toppled autocrat Hosni Mubarak. In the statement released on Saturday, Mr Hawass said the latest discovery could shed new light on the history of Saqqara during the New Kingdom, between the 16th century BC and the 11th century BC. Intricate painted designs are still visible on the sealed sarcophagi that were interred more than 2,500 years ago in burial shafts, along with golden masks and amulets.
About 40 years ago, people at a grand, egyptian and museum would have thought of the ancient kingdom of the Sahara.
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