Egyptian and German archaeologists were able to unearth a number of blocks of a shrine for Nectanebo I dating back to the 30th Dynasty in Matterya, according to an Antiquities Ministry statement Tuesday.
The discovery, which was made in the ancient city of Iuno that is now modern day Heliopolis in Cairo, may unravel a few mysteries and secrets from that era.
The discovery of the small, yet essential, remains of a limestone column along with the rubble from a ceiling, still carries carvings of stars, proving that it was well-preserved and virtually untouched for the last 2400 years.
Parts of two different statues of King Merenptah and King Nectanebo I along with a number of mud brick blocks that surrounded the temples during that time were also discovered, according to Mahmoud Afify, the head of Ancient Egyptian department.
The discovery of these blocks, which are 75 cm to 1.25 meters long, still carry the carvings of gods such as Hapi, the ancient god of the Nile River, holding offerings, along with the inscription of Ancient Egyptian Nomes at the time, said Khaled Abu Ela, the manager of the Matterya district.
Furthermore, the recent discovery of these blocks closely resemble the discovery of a shrine made for Nectanebo I in Aswan during the last round of excavations in the area. Abu Ela stated that works and excavation missions will continue in the Matterya district as archaeologists and Antiquities Ministry are confident more findings will be unearthed soon.