Official excavations begin at Pyramid of Amenemhat III at Hawara labyrinth site in 2026. An archaeological mission began work on May 7, 2026, led by the Supreme Council of Antiquities and the Five Antiquities The mission builds on work started by Louis Dordier and his team in 2008 High-profile experts are working on the project with the aim of reaching the famous labyrinth
An official archaeological mission launched May 7, 2026 at Hawara, led by Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities and the Five Antiquities. The project builds on the Matahar Expedition's work since 2008, bringing together leading experts with the goal of reaching the legendary labyrinth. Early excavation images reveal broken pottery and a newly uncovered large wall structure.
Key Facts
- An archaeological mission began work on May 7, 2026, led by the Supreme Council of Antiquities and the Five Antiquities
- The mission builds on work started by Louis Dordier and his team in 2008
- High-profile experts are working on the project with the aim of reaching the famous labyrinth
- Early excavation images show broken pottery and a newly excavated large wall
Related site: Pyramid of Amenemhat III at Hawara — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.
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