The First Pharaoh's Tomb Found in Egypt Since 1922 - It Belongs to Thutmose II

He is known for being the husband and half-brother of Hatshepsut - one of the most remarkable rulers of Egypt.

Archaeologists have discovered the tomb of Thutmose II - the last of the Egyptian pharaohs of the 18th dynasty, whose burial place remained unknown. This is the first royal tomb found in Egypt since the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922.

Thutmose II ruled ancient Egypt for about five years and died in 1479 BC at the age of 30. His remains were found in the 19th century in the temple of Deir el-Bahari, but without signs of the original burial - it is believed that the tomb was looted, and the body was moved to another location.

According to the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, the tomb of Thutmose II was discovered in the area of the Theban necropolis, a few kilometers from Luxor and the Valley of the Kings. The entrance was found three years ago, but archaeologists initially thought it was the burial of the pharaoh's wife due to its proximity to the tombs of Thutmose III's wives. However, later alabaster vessels bearing the name of Thutmose II and the title "deceased king" were found in the burial chamber, confirming its association with the pharaoh.

The tomb has suffered greatly from ancient flooding, and many burial items were washed away. However, archaeologists managed to find fragments of the Book of Amduat - a text describing the journey of the sun god Ra through the underworld. Similar records are found in many royal tombs and are intended to assist the pharaoh in the afterlife.

Thutmose II is known for being the husband and half-brother of Hatshepsut - one of the most remarkable rulers of Egypt. After his death, she ascended to the throne and ruled the country for decades, but her name was later attempted to be erased from history. As noted by Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, head of the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt, the name of Hatshepsut is also present in the tomb of Thutmose II, which may indicate her involvement in his burial.

Today, the mummy of Thutmose II is housed in the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, while his famous wife rests in the Valley of the Kings.