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.