Flinders Petri excavated Hawara (Humeima) pyramid structure. Petri conducted excavations at Hawara (Humeima) in 1888-89 and 1910-11 Found massive megalithic structure beneath the pyramid with blocks weighing 80-110 tons Discovered granite and quartzite blocks in the subterranean chambers
Flinders Petrie excavated Hawara in 1888-89 and 1910-11. Water prevented full exploration. ⛏️🌊
Key Facts
- Petri conducted excavations at Hawara (Humeima) in 1888-89 and 1910-11
- Found massive megalithic structure beneath the pyramid with blocks weighing 80-110 tons
- Discovered granite and quartzite blocks in the subterranean chambers
- Explored tight passages filled with debris and water
- Could not fully explore due to water levels - described finding the entrance passage
Related site: Pyramid of Amenemhat III at Hawara — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.
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