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Tutankhamun's Tomb and Nefertiti's Burial Place

Updated 2026-10-11 11:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Researchers are investigating hidden chambers in Tutankhamun's tomb for clues to the burial place of Queen Nefertiti, his stepmother and mother-in-law. The discovery could provide new insights into ancient Egyptian history.

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Could Tutankhamun's tomb hold clues to a mysterious Egyptian queen?

Signs of hidden chambers in the walls of the famous boy king's tomb have raised hopes among researchers of finding hints of Nefertiti's burial place—Tutankhamun's stepmother and mother-in-law

2026-10-11 10:00 UTC