An unprecedented archaeological discovery is shaking the world of ancient history: a team of archaeologists claims to have found the long-lost tomb of Queen Cleopatra VII, the last ruler of Ptolemaic Egypt. This sensational announcement could solve one of the greatest mysteries of antiquity and rewrite the history of ancient Egypt.

The team, led by renowned Egyptologist Dr. Nadia El-Masry, conducted excavations in the Abusir region near Alexandria. Using satellite surveys and advanced geophysical analysis, the researchers located an impressive underground structure, buried under layers of sand and rock.

“When we started the excavations, we found inscriptions in ancient Greek referring to a ‘great queen of Egypt’. Then, the presence of frescoes and objects bearing Ptolemaic symbols strengthened our hypothesis,” Dr. El-Masry explained at a historic press conference in Cairo.

Inside the tomb are priceless artifacts: gold jewelry, statuettes of Egyptian deities, richly illustrated papyri, and a lavish crown adorned with precious stones. However, the most astonishing item is a black granite sarcophagus, featuring engravings associated with Cleopatra.

Initial carbon-14 analyses suggest that the human remains found in the sarcophagus date from the first century B.C., the period corresponding to the queen’s death in 30 B.C.

Although the evidence found is convincing, further examinations are underway to verify whether the bones found belong to Cleopatra VII. The use of DNA techniques and comparisons with the remains of other members of the Ptolemaic dynasty could allow a formal identification.

If this hypothesis is confirmed, the discovery would be one of the most important of the 21st century, offering a new understanding of the fate of the mythical queen, whose tragic end alongside Mark Antony has fascinated historians and inspired countless stories.

Cleopatra’s tomb, if authenticated, could reveal valuable clues about her life, reign and the turbulent times when Egypt came under Roman control. The find also opens the door to further exploration in the region, as other Ptolemaic royal tombs may still be undiscovered.

“We are facing an extraordinary revelation that could rewrite history. Cleopatra was a fascinating figure, and it is high time that we finally understand where and how she was buried,” concludes Dr. El-Masry.

The world is eagerly awaiting the results of the final analyses, which could put an end to a mystery that is more than 2,000 years old.