Africa

Excavations in the Dakhla Oasis in Egypt have uncovered a mudbrick pyramid tomb from Roman times, which contains a Greek epitaph and a unique Ancient Egyptian image of the underworld. This 19-line inscription most likely refers to a judge and can be seen at the entrance where protective symbols are carved. The find, reported by Egypt's State Information Service and Archaeology News, brings two funerary traditions together in one desert grave. Roman Era Tombs Discovered in Egypt Reveal Diverse Trends in Burial Architecture and Grave Goods Roman Tombs Found in Egyptian Oasis Reflect Cultural Blending Evident in Burial Practices The Greek inscription stele. ( MOTA ) A Stone Doorway to the Underworld The tomb at Bir al-Shaghala was unearthed by