The Mountain of the Dead

All about the Mountain of the Dead

The Mountain of the Dead is one of the most important archaeological monuments in the Egyptian Siwa Oasis. It is characterized by the presence of ancient tombs carved into the rocks dating back to the Pharaonic and Ptolemaic eras. It is a conical mountain, 50 meters high, with limestone soil, very similar to a beehive with small eyes. It was discovered by accident in 1944 during World War II, leading to the discovery of many buried artifacts. This mountain is considered a prominent tourist destination for those interested in history and antiquities, and you can visit it through luxury Egypt tours.

The Mountain of the Dead became famous by this name because it gained this name due to the large number of tombs, amounting to approximately 3,000 Pharaonic tombs, which were found in the mountain because this place was designated for burying the dead since ancient times.

The Mountain of the Dead is located in the Siwa Oasis, about 50 kilometers east of the Libyan border, and about 560 kilometers southwest of Cairo. Siwa Oasis can be reached via land from Cairo, via Cairo day tours or Marsa Matrouh. This mountain is a unique site that you cannot see anywhere except by joining Egypt Classic Tours.

You will see the Mountain of the Dead

 Carved tombs: which contain inscriptions and artistic decorations dating back to the Pharaonic era.

Inscriptions and drawings: representing funerary rituals and ancient Egyptian gods.

Skeletons: Because they include skeletal remains and offerings that were presented with the dead.

Panoramic Views: This mountain offers amazing views of Siwa Oasis and its surroundings, which can be viewed through Egypt short tour packages.

The history of the tombs in the Mountain of the Dead dates back to the Pharaonic era, when it was used as a cemetery for families and nobles. This mountain continued to be used as a burial place during the Ptolemaic era, which added diversity to the geometric patterns and decorations used in the tombs.

 One of the most prominent and most beautiful of these tombs is the Cemetery of Si-Amun, which was built in the Ptolemaic era. It is distinguished by its picturesque walls that mixed ancient Egyptian art with Greek and Greek art. The cemetery was also distinguished by the presence of Pharaonic drawings and manuscripts explaining the ancient Egyptian doctrine of resurrection and immortality.

Things to do in Mountain of the Dead is that you can hike inside the mountain and explore ancient tombs and inscriptions. The place offers you great photography opportunities, in addition to ancient ruins and stunning views, and enjoy the natural landscapes of Siwa Oasis and the surrounding desert areas. After visiting the Mountain of the Dead, you can explore the rest of Siwa Oasis’ landmarks, such as Cleopatra’s Eye and Shali Castle.

The Mountain of the Dead in Siwa is one of the wonders of that oasis, and ETB Tours Egypt provides you with the best tour packages, which enable you to visit the Mountain of the Dead during 15 days Egypt tours, during which you can visit the Mountain of the Dead or any other place you can enjoy, and it is also available with us Egypt short tourism programs.

Enjoy some activities in Siwa Oasis, such as spending a pleasant time among the mountain ranges, and you can also go to enjoy a safari experience through our 10 days Egypt tour packages . These trips will be unique and we will create an unforgettable experience for you.

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