It was found by a team of researchers, especially from Egypt and Japan, after which they announced an amazing discovery that they found in their research on May 5th. The researchers found an Unusual Structure Near Pyramids of Giza. This adds more exciting details to our ongoing exploration of this ancient site.
Located about one-and-a-half to six-and-a-half feet underground in the Western Cemetery next to the Great Pyramid of Giza, this mysterious L-shaped structure measures around 33 by 49 feet. Unlike the tall pyramids, it’s completely filled with sand, suggesting it might have been purposely buried after it was built. This makes its origins and purpose even more intriguing.
The mystery grows even more because the team found an Unusual Structure Near Pyramids of Giza. This “highly electrically resistive anomaly” is about 33 by 33 feet and raises many questions. The researchers think it might be made of materials like sand and gravel, with possible air pockets inside.
The location of this structure in the Western Cemetery is important for understanding its significance. It’s surrounded by the tombs of King Khufu’s family, which are usually above burial shafts. However, this area is different as it’s just a stretch of sand with no visible tombs. No one has explored underground here before, making it even more mysterious and prompting the team to wonder what might be hidden beneath the surface.
Using advanced tools like ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and electrical resistivity tomography (ERT), the researchers carefully mapped the area to learn more about the buried structure. They think the upper part might have vertical limestone walls or shafts and possibly a tomb below. However, they need to do more detailed surveys to be sure, showing just how complex and uncertain their findings are.
Starting in 2021, this ongoing research project has been detailed in the journal Archaeological Prospection. The team emphasizes the importance of the connection between the shallow and deep structures, suggesting that further investigation might reveal important findings. For now, the true significance of this mysterious structure remains unknown, waiting for future research to uncover its secrets.
