The Screaming Mummy
Contrary to the popular belief supported by pop culture, mummies don’t rise from the dead and go around trying to conquer the world. So imagine the surprise of archaeologists when they found a mummy with its mouth wide open as if it was screaming! Discovered by Egyptian archaeologists in 1881 on the excavation site of Deir El Bahri, the mummy was just not right. All the organs were in place and the mummy’s face was in agony. It had no name and was simply wrapped in sheepskin. Nevertheless, the body was buried alongside Ramses II, which hints to his royal origins. Historians theorized it may have been Prince Pentewere, who was accused of planning his father’s (Ramses III) murder.
The Pyramid of Hellinikon
When talking about pyramids, Europe is not the first thing that usually comes to mind. Nevertheless, pyramids have been found all over the world, including Greece, which is home to one of the most famous non-Egyptian pyramids – the Pyramid of Hellinikon. Located in Agros, this pyramid doesn’t offer any answers as to why it was built and by whom. Archaeologists believe it was created around 2720 B.C., which makes it as old as (or even older!) than all Egyptian pyramids. Unfortunately, no one seems to be exploring this magnificent ancient relic.
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