Ancient Burial Chamber of Governor’s Daughter Found in West Assiut

An Egyptian-German archaeological mission from Sohag University and Berlin University has uncovered the burial chamber of Edi, the daughter of the governor of Assiut during the reign of King Senusret I. This discovery was made within the tomb of her father, Gfai-Hapi, known as the largest non-royal tomb in Egypt at that time.

The mission, which was cleaning the remaining shaft of Gfai-Hapi's tomb, located Edi's burial chamber approximately 15 metres deep. Inside, two inscribed coffins were discovered - one nested within the other - alongside a canopic jar chest and wooden statues.

Initial studies suggest Edi died young, before reaching 40, and had a congenital foot defect. Evidence indicates ancient looters previously breached the chamber, disturbing her remains and damaging her canopic jars. Ongoing cleaning and scientific examinations aim to shed light on the lives of Edi and her father, enriching our understanding of ancient Egyptian history.