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Join Hari and Kimi as they delve into the extraordinary tale of Kha, a foreman of the royal tombs, and his wife Merit, whose lives were frozen in time within their remarkably preserved tomb in Deir el-Medina. Uncover the secrets of their daily lives, their unique burial preparations, and the incredible array of objects that offer a glimpse into the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt.
From gilded jewellery and elaborate wigs to a rare copy of the Book of the Dead and a folding cubit rod, their tomb is a treasure trove that has captivated Egyptologists and continues to fascinate today. Discover how this time capsule was unearthed, and the stories that are still being revealed through cutting-edge non-invasive analysis.
Original Wikipedia Article: https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Tomb_of_Kha_and_Merit
Creative Commons License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/
Join Hari and Kimi as they delve into the extraordinary tale of Kha, a foreman of the royal tombs, and his wife Merit, whose lives were frozen in time within their remarkably preserved tomb in Deir el-Medina. Uncover the secrets of their daily lives, their unique burial preparations, and the incredible array of objects that offer a glimpse into the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt.
From gilded jewellery and elaborate wigs to a rare copy of the Book of the Dead and a folding cubit rod, their tomb is a treasure trove that has captivated Egyptologists and continues to fascinate today. Discover how this time capsule was unearthed, and the stories that are still being revealed through cutting-edge non-invasive analysis.
Original Wikipedia Article: https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Tomb_of_Kha_and_Merit
Creative Commons License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/