From IOL: Ancient tomb uncovered in Cairo suburb.
Posted on August 25, 2004 12:29 PM. Filed under: history & archaeology.A domed Pharaonic tomb dating back to the 7th century BC was uncovered in a residential Cairo suburb, officials at the Supreme Council for Antiquities said on Wednesday.
SCA Secretary-General Zahi Hawass told reporters that the tomb was made for a priest during the 26th dynasty.
The tomb was found during the construction of a house in the neighbourhood, which is known to hold ruins underground. [continue]