New secret of Tutankhamun: what was found behind the tomb
Geophysical surveys have revealed signs of an unknown complex of corridors and chambers near the tomb of Tutankhamun (KV62). Scientists used several methods to study the soil and walls. One of the possible corridors is about two meters wide. There is no final confirmation yet; researchers are awaiting permission from the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt.
Geophysical surveys have revealed signs of a previously unknown complex of corridors and chambers near the tomb of Tutankhamun (KV62) in Egypt. Researchers led by archaeologist Mamdouh el-Damaty from Ain Shams University used several methods to study the soil and walls. The data obtained indicate possible corridors and rooms beyond the already known part of the tomb. One of the possible corridors is about two meters wide and may be filled with debris. Other experts find the results interesting but note that there is insufficient data for final conclusions. Researchers are awaiting permission from the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt to conduct further work — if granted, small holes will be made in the walls to launch miniature machines with cameras. Interest in hidden chambers arose back in 2015, when British Egyptologist Nicholas Reeves suggested that the tomb of Nefertiti might be located there. This hypothesis remains unconfirmed.