Tomb of Ramhai

The Tomb of Ramhai is a necropolis complex in Ethiopia dating from the 4th century BC to the 6th century AD, located at the western extremity of the Northern Stelae Field. Known as the 'Tomb of the False Door,' it features more complex structure than nearby tombs, with larger and more finely dressed stone blocks. The tomb comprises an antechamber and inner chamber, surrounded on three sides by a passage. At ground level above the tomb, a rectangular probably flat-roofed building once stood. A damaged single stone sarcophagus remains visible at the site[1].

TypeNecropolis/tombs complex
Period500 BC - 1 AD
CountryEthiopia
Coordinates14.1319° N, 38.7187° E

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