Colossal Ramses II Statues Uncovered by Archaeologists in Nile Delta
Egyptian archaeologists in the Nile Delta discovered colossal statues of Ramses II, including a 1.6-meter head and a royal fragment, thanks to a local farmer's prompt report.
An Egyptian farmer in the Nile Delta village of El-Hagar Al-Gharbiyya stumbled upon an ancient carved stone while working his land. Instead of attempting to excavate it himself, he promptly reported the discovery to the local archaeological authorities.
Discovery of Ramses II Statues
A specialized excavation team revealed a massive stone head, measuring approximately 1.6 meters in height, identified as King Ramses II. The pharaoh is depicted wearing the double crown symbolizing the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt. Researchers estimate the original complete statue reached about 8.5 meters.
Alongside the head, archaeologists uncovered a second royal statue fragment standing about 2.4 meters tall, featuring a well-preserved face and traditional royal headdress. Additionally, a pink granite block bearing hieroglyphic royal titles of Ramses II was found at the site.
Minister Visits Discovery Site
The Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities visited the village to thank the resident, Khaled El-Sheahat Khalil, awarding him and his wife a certificate of appreciation and funding for a pilgrimage to Mecca for reporting the find.
"We deeply appreciate citizens who actively preserve our shared national heritage," the ministry stated regarding the collaborative discovery.
